German Pretzel Rolls

Chewy browned rolls with the classic pretzel finish.

Ingredients

• 4 cups bread flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups water
• 1/3 cup baking soda
• Coarse salt

Directions

1. Mix flour, yeast, water, butter, sugar, and salt into dough and knead.
2. Rise until doubled and shape 10 rolls.
3. Boil water with baking soda.
4. Poach rolls 30 seconds each.
5. Score, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake at 425°F for 16 to 20 minutes.