Soft Homemade Pretzels

By Pam English

4.37 / 5

20min

15min

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2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 cup warm water 110 degrees F (43 degrees C)
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon shortening melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon water
coarse salt or to taste