1 pkg. yeast, cake or dry
1 1/2 c. lukewarm water
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
4 c. flour
1 egg
Coarse salt

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Soften yeast in warm water in a large bowl. Add salt and sugar. Mix in flour, kneading to make a soft, smooth dough. Do not let rise. Cut immediately into small pieces, roll into ropes and form pretzel shapes. Place on cookie sheet covered with foil and dusted with flour. Brush pretzels with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake about 15 minutes or until light brown. Serve warm, cold, or plain. Makes 3-6 dozen, depending upon size.