GIANT PRETZELS

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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!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 pretzels.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

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

Steps:

In a large 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° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.