Chewy Cheesy Soft Pretzels

These chewy twists are a yummy snack. The kids will love helping you make them.

• Ready In: 32 mins
• Serves: 18

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups flour
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded cheese
• 2  teaspoons baking soda
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  tablespoons  cold butter
• 2⁄3 cup milk
• 1  egg, beaten
•  coarse salt

Directions

1. Mix first 5 ingredients.
2. Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. Stir in milk, just until moistened.
4. Knead on a floured surface for a minute.
5. Divide in half.
6. Roll each portion into a 12x8 rectangle.
7. Cut each into 8in long strips.
8. Fold strips in half; pinching the edges;and twist into pretzel shapes.
9. Place on greased baking sheets.
10. Brush with egg and sprinkle with course salt.
11. Bake at 400* for 12 minutes or until golden brown.