Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 235 Celsius.
2. 2
   Make a primer by mixing 100 gr. flour, 100 gr. water, and the yeast. Set aside until foamy.
3. 3
   Add the milk, honey, oil, and salt to the primer and knead until a smooth dough is formed. Shape into a ball, cover, and set aside to rise in an oiled bowl until doubled in volume.
4. 4
   TUrn the dough out onto a flat surface and divide into 12 sections. Form into small baguette shapes and set aside for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Roll each ball into a long thin cylinder and loop each into a pretzel shape. Place onto parchment paper, cover, and set aside to rise.
6. 6
   Place the pretzels onto a baking sheet and brush with the beaten egg. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
7. 7
   Bake for 13-14 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on a baking rack.