Giant Prezels

By ezunich

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 tsp active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water (110°to 115°)
• 1-1/2 tsp sugar
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 tbs butter
• coarse salt

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

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 into 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.