1/2 pkg. dry yeast
3/4 c. warm water (not hot)
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. flour
1 beaten egg
Salt
Baking soda (2 tsp. and 1 c. water)

Dissolve yeast in water. Add salt and sugar. Blend in flour with a fork. On a floured board knead dough until smooth. Pull off pieces of dough about the size of a golf ball. Roll into rope 14 inches long, twist into pretzel shape. Dip into baking soda and water. Brush with egg and sprinkle with salt. Bake at 425 degrees preheated oven for 15-18 minutes. (Grease the cookie sheet.)