Recipe: Soft Pretzels

Servings: 12

Ingredients:

• 1 package dry yeast
• ¾ cup warm water
• 1 Tbsp. sugar
• 2 cups flour
• 2 Tbsp. milk
• 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425° F.
2. In a large bowl, mix yeast and warm water. Mix in sugar. Beat in flour. Knead in bowl until smooth, about 10 minutes.
3. Place dough on a floured board and divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope 12 inches long. Shape each rope into a pretzel. Place on a greased baking sheet, brush with milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
4. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until browned. Cool on a rack.

Nutrient analysis per pretzel
Calories 86
Carbohydrates 16 g
Fat 1 g
Phosphorus 48 mg
Potassium 61 mg
Protein 3 g
Sodium 3 mg