Soft Pretzels

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425°.
2. 2
   Grease 2 cookie sheets.
3. 3
   In large bowl, sprinkle yeast over water.
4. 4
   Gradually add sugar, salt and flour. Knead on floured board 5 to 7 minutes.
5. 5
   Cut dough in half, then cut each half into 6 equal parts.
6. 6
   Roll and stretch into 15-inch ropes.
7. 7
   Shape into pretzels.
8. 8
   Brush with egg and water.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with coarse salt.
10. 10
    Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown. Makes 12 pretzels.