The past two weeks have been crazy busy. I decided to sign up for Betty's 2-week cookery course here in England and it was the best two weeks of my life. I learned so many new techniques and recipes. That is why I have been a little non-existent. BUT, I am now posting my pretzel bites I made a few weeks ago and am now wishing I had them right in front of me. These were a lot of work to make but oh so good, especially with the cheese sauce. If you are into pretzels and cheese and the whole shebang, check out this recipe!
*Makes: 70+ pieces
Ingredients
For the pretzels:
- 1 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 4 1/2 cups (580g) all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (60g) butter, melted
- Vegetable oil
- 8 cups water, for boiling
- 2/3 cup (85g) baking soda
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Sea salt for sprinkling
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- 2 cups (160g) extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt & pepper for seasoning
