Hot Soft Pretzels

1. 1

   In a large bowl combine yeast, 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar, and water and let stand 5 minutes until foamy and bubbly.

2. 2

   Add remaining sugar and salt and stir well.

3. 3

   Add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing by hand until well incorporated.

4. 4

   Knead dough until smooth about 7 minutes and has a sheen.

5. 5

   Transfer to a bowl and let stand, covered, for 40 minutes in a warm place.

6. 6

   Dust your work surface with flour and cornmeal.

7. 7

   Divide dough into approximately 12 pieces and roll out to desired length and thickness.

8. 8

   Form dough into pretzel-shapes and transfer to a baking sheet that has been lightly dusted with cornmeal.

9. 9

   Allow pretzels to rise for 30 minutes, uncovered.

10. 10

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

11. 11

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

12. 12

    Carefully transfer risen pretzels to boiling water with a spatula and boil on one side for 2 minutes, flip and boil other side for 1 1/2 minutes.

13. 13

    Transfer boiled pretzels to a rack to drain for 1 minute.

14. 14

    Arrange pretzels on a baking sheet, lightly dusted with cornmeal, and sprinkle with kosher salt.

15. 15

    Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.