Measurements

• 4 cups all
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 packet
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1 large egg
• 1 1
• Coarse salt for topping

Preparation Method

• 1. In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• 2. Add flour, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
• 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• 4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• 5. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• 6. In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
• 7. Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 24-inch rope and shape into a pretzel.
• 8. Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheets.
• 9. Beat the egg with 1 tbsp water and brush over each pretzel. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
• 10. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.