Soft Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon sugar; blend in flour.
3. 3
   Knead dough until smooth.
4. 4
   Cut into small pieces.
5. 5
   Roll into ropes and twist into desired shape. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Brush pretzel with beaten egg.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with coarse salt.
8. 8
   Bake immediately at 425° for 12 to 15 minutes.
9. 9
   (For hard pretzels, use only 1 1/4 cup water and add 1/4 cup melted butter.
10. 10
    Shape smaller and bake until brown.)