Soda Pretzels

Soda Pretzels
Sod Head to the store and pick up kosher salt, water, flour, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1
In a non-aluminum stock pot, dissolve 1/3 cup baking soda in 5 cups water. Bring water to a boil, and then remove from heat. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and baking soda. Stir in buttermilk and honey until dough pulls together. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead briefly to form a firm dough.
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3
Divide dough into 12 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece into a cylinder approximately 12 inches long. Form into classic pretzel shape. Pinch ends to seal. Dip pretzels in baking soda solution and then place on lightly greased cookie sheets.
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Sprinkle pretzels with kosher salt, and bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In30 m.
Servings12
Health Score5
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