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- 1 C warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 2 3/4 C bread flour, plus more for dusting the work surface
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
- 1 1/2 C cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions:
- Place the warm water in a bowl and sprinkle the yeast on top. Set aside to rest until the mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes.
- Coat a large mixing bowl with a thin layer of oil and set aside.
- Place the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add in the yeast mixture and mix with a dough hook until the dough is elastic and smooth, about 8 minutes.
- Form the dough into a ball, place in the oiled mixing bowl, and turn the dough to coat in oil. Cover with a clean, damp dishtowel and let rest in a warm place until the dough doubles in size, about 30 to 35 minutes.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide the dough into 16 pieces and form into long ropes. Form into a pretzel shape and tuck ends underneath. Allow to rise for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 and bake for 12 - 14 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm
