MOVIE THEATER PRETZEL RODS

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My kids and all of their friends clamor for the large, chewy pretzel rods. They are fantastic fresh from the oven. -Lisa Shaw, Burnettsville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 32 pretzel rods.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
8 cups water
1/3 cup baking soda
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon cold water
Optional: Coarse salt and warm cheese sauce

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water and baking soda to a boil. Punch dough down; divide into 32 portions. Roll each into a 5-in. log. Add to boiling water, a few at a time, for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Place on greased baking sheets. Lightly beat egg yolk and cold water; brush over pretzels. If desired, sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake 425° until golden brown, 9-11 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm with cheese sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.