Thursday, July 22, 2010

Thankful Thursday

1.  Great deals.  I don't really enjoy shopping at all.  For me, shopping takes too long because I want to find quality items for a great deal.  For large items I buy, I have my list of criteria that the item must meet and then I begin the shopping.  Sometimes I call up stores to see if they have what I'm looking for.  Also I look online and research the item some more.  I guess I'm just one of those people who wants to be totally pleased with the final purchase.  I feel proud of myself if I get a great deal.

2.  Easy recipes.  Brian loves to bake.  Yesterday we were bored and whipped up some homemade soft pretzels.  They were quick and easy to make and taste yummy too.

Soft Pretzels

by: Karen Hallstrom

1 teaspoon yeast
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cup warm water
1 1/2 cups flour
1 egg
1/3 cup grated cheese (optional)

1. Combine yeast, water, and honey in a bowl & let it sit for 5 - 10 minutes.
2. Add Flour. (if you want to add cheese, do it now) Mix with fork.
3. Knead dough until smooth.
4. Divide into 6 equal pieces.
5. Shape into pretzels.
6. Place pretzels on greased baking sheet.
7. Brush with beaten egg.
8. Add desired topping ( salt, poppy seed, cinnamon & sugar, etc.)
9. BAKE at 425 for 10 - 12minutes until lightly browned.

1 comment:

Chelle said...

Thanks for the recipe, I'm hoping we get a chance to try it tomorrow! Kaleb loves to bake too...so glad it's not just a girl thing :)