1 qt. warm water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. oil
9 c. flour (approx.)
1 heaping tablespoon yeast--rapid rise
Add salt and sugar to warm water. Stir until dissolved. Add oil. Add all of flour, then sprinkle yeast over flour. Stir and knead with hands until soft ball form and dough does not stick to sides of bowl. Let rise til double. About 30-45 minutes.
Pinch off rounds of dough about the size of a lemon. Place on waxed paper or film wrap. Let rise til double. Form a rope about 1/2" in diameter and almost 2 feet long. Place on greased cookie sheet in the form of a pretzel. Spray with water. Let rise til double. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-8 minutes. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. Enjoy!
**Makes a lot. Like 13 BIG pretzels
