Movie Theater Pretzel Rods

• 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
• 1-1/2 cups warm water (110u0b0 to 115u0b0)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 8 cups water
• 1/3 cup baking soda
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• Coarse salt, optional
• Warm cheese sauce, optional

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky).
2. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water and baking soda to a boil. Punch dough down; divide into 32 portions. Roll each into a 5-in. log. Add to boiling water, a few at a time, for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
4. Place on greased
5. . Lightly beat egg yolk and cold water; brush over pretzels. If desired, sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake 425u0b0 until golden brown, 9-11 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm with cheese sauce, if desired.

active dry yeast, water, sugar, butter, salt, flour, water, baking soda, egg yolk, cold water, salt, cheese sauce

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/movie-theater-pretzel-rods/ (may not work)