1 tbsp. dry yeast
3/4 c. warm water (105 to 115 degrees)
1 1/4 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 3/4 c. flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tsp. Kosher (coarse) salt

Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large bowl, let stand 5 minutes. Add sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and flour. Stir until smooth.

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth (about 3 minutes). Cut dough into 18 pieces; roll each piece on a lightly floured surface into a 9 inch rope. Shape each rope as desired in shape, place on greased baking sheets. Brush pretzels with egg; sprinkle with Kosher salt. Bake at 425 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 1 1/2 dozen.