soft pretzels
Soft Pretzels Dough 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 tablespoon honey or granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups warm (105 to 115 degrees F) water 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tea...
Ingredients
- 1packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1tablespoonhoney or granulated sugar
- 11/2 cups warm (105 to 115 degrees f) water
- 1tablespoonvegetable oil
- 1teaspoonsalt
- 2cupwhole wheat flour
- 4to 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely
- 2to 2 1/2 cups white bread flour (or unbleached flour)
Directions
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Soft Pretzels Dough 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 tablespoon honey or granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups warm (105 to 115 degrees F
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Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it is foamy
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Stir in the oil, salt, whole wheat flour, cheese (if used), and about 2 cups of the white flour, or enough to make a soft dough
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Turn out onto a lightly floured board and knead it for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and just a bit tacky
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Add small amounts of flour as necessary
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Note: The dough may also be mixed and kneaded in a heavy duty mixer or in a food processor, if desired
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Follow the manufacturer's directions.) Grease or coat some baking sheets with nonstick spray
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F