Large Baked Pretzels

Divide each Demi Loaf into 3 equal pieces. With lightly floured hands and surface, roll each piece into a 15 to 20-inch rope.  Shape each rope into a “U” shape and place on prepared pan.  Take the right end of the rope and place it over the bottom left hand corner of the “U” shape.  Repeat with the left side.  Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt. Place in proof box until puffy (30-60 minutes). Bake in a preheated 325-degree convection oven for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove from oven and brush with melted butter.

Optional toppings:

Cinnamon Sugar: Prepare as above except substitute cinnamon sugar for salt. Bake as directed in recipe above.

Cheese Pretzel: Prepare as above except omit salt and sprinkle each pretzel with 1-2 tablespoons shredded Mozzarella.  Bake as directed in recipe above.

Pizza Pretzel: Prepare as above except omit salt and sprinkle each pretzel with 1-2 tablespoons Mozzarella and top with 3-4 slices Bridgford Pepperoni. Bake as directed in recipe above.