Herbed Pretzel

Herbed Pretzel

Author: 
Chef Dewey LoSasso
Prep Time: 
45 minutes
Cook Time: 
20 minutes
Yield: 
30, 2 1/2"" servings
Ingredients: 

1 package active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1 egg, separated
1/4 cup honey
4 ounces Plugrá® European-Style Butter, Unsalted, softened
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons chives, minced
1 teaspoon tarragon, minced
5 cups flour
Kosher salt to taste

Directions: 

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Once yeast is dissolved, combine the egg yolk, honey, Plugrá Butter and milk.
2. Add 2 tablespoons salt and herbs, and then mix in the flour.
3. Knead mixture on a floured surface for approximately 5 minutes.
4. Form dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rise for 1 hour at room temperature.
5. Roll out into strands 1/2" thick and cut into 8' sections. Each strand should weigh approximately 1 1/2 ounces. Shape into circles 2" in diameter, bringing the tail of one end through the "hole" to rest on top of the circle.
6. Mix 1 tablespoon water with egg white and brush over pretzels. Lightly sprinkle with kosher salt to taste.
7. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Top with Caviar Flavored Butter and Smoked Salmon