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In a standing mixer, combine the water, sugar and yeast.
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Let sit for 5 minutes or until yeast foams at the top of the water.
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With the mixer on low (and the dough hook on), slowly add the flour.
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Then add the salt. The dough should completely come off the sides and there should be a ball around the dough hook.
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Let mix on low-medium for 5-6 minutes. If dough is sticking to sides, add a little bit more flour a tablespoon at a time.
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Remove the dough from the mixer and put in a well oiled bowl and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a boil.
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In the meantime oil 2 large cookie sheets lined with either parchment paper or silpat.
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Cut the dough into 7 pieces.
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Take one of the pieces and roll out into a rope about 24 inches long. Then, put the rope into the shape of a U. Holding the ends of the end, cross them over each other and then press them into the bottom of the U. Do this to the rest of the dough.
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Pre-heat the oven to 450 degrees.
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Once the water comes to a rolling boil, add the pretzels one at a time for about 1 minute.
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Remove from water and place on the cookie sheet.
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Brush each pretzel with your egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
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Place pretzels in oven for 13-15 minutes.
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Let cool for 5 minutes and then enjoy!
