Giant Pretzels

SUBMITTED BY: Terra Wood

"Terra Wood, 15, of Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia says, 'When I make these pretzels, I never get any because my brother likes them so much he eats them all!'"

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PREP TIME	15 Min
COOK TIME	15 Min
READY IN	30 Min

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INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
coarse salt

DIRECTIONS

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar and salt. Stir in flour, 1/2 cup at a time. To form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes (dough will be sticky). Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down and divide into six portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 14-in. rope; twist in a pretzel shape. Place on greased baking sheets. Brush with butter; sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.