Soft Pretzels

1pkg. 1/4oz active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
coarse salt

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the sugar, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. Turn onto flour to make a soft dough.
2. Knead until smooth and elastic. Pinch off 2 Tbsp. of dough for each pretzel. Twist.
3. Place on greased cookie sheets. Brush with egg; sprinkle with coarse salt.
4. Bake at 425F for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire rack.

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