Pretzel Shapes

• 1 tspactive dry yeast
• 1/2 cupwater, warm
• 1 tsphoney
• 1 1/3 cupsall-purpose flour
• 1 tspsalt

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Method

1. 1

   Wash hands with soap and water.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 425 °F.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water, add honey and let set for a few minutes.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, measure flour and salt.

5. 5

   Add yeast mixture to flour mixture and stir until it forms a smooth ball. Add a little more flour if the dough is sticky.

6. 6

   Knead dough on countertop or dough board until it forms a smooth ball. Add a little flour if the dough is sticky.

7. 7

   Divide dough into 12 pieces about the size of a walnut. Roll each ball into a snake and then twist to make a pretzel, letter, or other fun shape.

8. 8

   Place pretzels on a baking sheet lightly coated with cooking spray. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.