Beer Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Mix beer, yeast and sugar together until yeast is dissolved and foamy.
2. 2
   Add flour; mix well.
3. 3
   Knead about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Cover and let rise until doubled.
5. 5
   Cover a cookie sheet with foil and grease well.
6. 6
   Punch dough down; break off walnut sized pieces of dough and roll into rope, then shape into pretzel.
7. 7
   Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.
8. 8
   Bake at 475° about 12 minutes.
9. 9
   Best eaten while still warm as the pretzels get tough as they sit.