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