Soft Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water in large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Stir in sugar and salt until completely dissolved.
3. 3
   Beat in bread flour. Gradually stir in regular flour until dough is no longer sticky. Place dough on floured board.
4. 4
   Knead for at least 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
5. 5
   Round into a ball.
6. 6
   Let dough rise 10 minutes in a warm place.
7. 7
   Divide into 6 to 8 equal pieces. Preheat oven to 450°.
8. 8
   Roll each piece of dough into a 15 to 20-inch coil.
9. 9
   Shape it into a pretzel.
10. 10
    Salt one side of each pretzel and place them on a greased baking sheet.
11. 11
    Brush with beaten egg.
12. 12
    Bake 12 minutes at 450°.