Homemade Soft Pretzels

• water1½ cups
• salt1 tablespoon
• sugar1 tablespoon
• active dry yeast1 packet
• flour1¼ lb
• oil3 tablespoon
• baking soda4¼ oz
• egg2
• coarse salt0

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix water, salt, and sugar until combined.

2. 2

   Add yeast, and let rest 5 minutes until yeast starts to foam.

3. 3

   Add flour and 2 tablespoons of oil, and mix thoroughly until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Remove the dough and use the remaining oil to cover the bowl.

5. 5

   Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and leave in a warm place for 1 hour.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

7. 7

   Cut dough into 8 pieces and roll them out into thin ropes, twisting the two ends to form a pretzel shape.

8. 8

   Add baking soda to a large pot of water, and bring to a rolling boil.

9. 9

   Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds per side.

10. 10

    Transfer pretzels to a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with salt.

11. 11

    Bake for 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.

12. 12

    Enjoy!