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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
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Combine yeast, honey and warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
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Let sit for 5 or 6 minutes, or until mixture begins to foam.
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While yeast mixture is sitting, combine whole-wheat flour, all purpose flour and 2 teaspoons salt in a bowl and whisk to combine.
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Add flour mixture and oil to yeast mixture and mix on low speed until just incorporated and dough begins to form.
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Switch to dough hook and mix on low to medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes, or until dough is smooth but still pliable.
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If the dough is very sticky, add all-purpose flour, by the tablespoon, as necessary.
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Remove the dough from the bowl and roll into a long log.
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Cut log into 16 pieces and roll each piece into a 10 by 1-inch tube.
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Spray 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.
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Twist each dough stick several times and arrange sticks on cookie sheets, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches apart.
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In a small bowl beat the egg with water and brush on dough.
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Combine 1 tablespoon salt with sesame seeds and sprinkle evenly among dough pieces.
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Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a golden crust has formed but pretzels are still soft inside.
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Remove from oven and cool completely.
