Yoder Family Pretzels

From: Susan Yoder

1 pkg dry active yeast or 2 ¼ tsp.
1/2 c. warm water, 1 1/3 c. warm water
1/3 C brown sugar
5 C bread flour (may substitute all purpose flour)

Let dough rise for at least 45 minutes. Take a fist size of dough and form pretzel, then dip in the following mixture:

1 qt water
4 t baking soda

sprinkle salt on the tops and bake at 350 F until done (about 15 mins). While pretzels are still hot, rub melted butter on the top.