Old Fashioned Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Soften yeast in water.
3. 3
   Add salt and sugar.
4. 4
   Mix in flour and knead into a smooth dough.
5. 5
   Work fast. Do not allow mixture to rise.
6. 6
   Dust rolling pin and surface lightly with flour.
7. 7
   Roll dough to desired thickness and cut into strips.
8. 8
   Roll strips between palms of hands until desired length. Lay on greased baking sheet and shape into pretzel.
9. 9
   Brush with egg and sprinkle with salt or sesame seed.
10. 10
    Bake until golden, 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Makes 8 to 10.
12. 12
    Great with cheese sauce or sweet mustard.