Bolinhas macias de pretzel com molho de queijo e cerveja

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2 c water
• 1 tbsp yeast + a pinch of sugar
• 4 1/4 c flour
• 2 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 4 c water
• 1/3 c baking soda
• 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp water, egg wash
• kosher salt
• 1 tbsp butter, melted
• 6 oz beer
• 8 oz sharp cheddar, grated and tossed with flour until coated
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 splashes Worcestershire
• 4 dashes mustard powder

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Heat 1 1/2 cups of water until warm,...: Heat 1 1/2 cups of water until warm, add the yeast and pinch of sugar and let this sit for 10 minutes

2. 2

   In a stand mixer add flour, 2 1/2...: In a stand mixer add flour, 2 1/2 tsp salt and sugar

3. 3

   Add the 3 tbsp melted butter to the...: Add the 3 tbsp melted butter to the yeast water and pour that into the flour mixture

4. 4

   Mix with a dough hook attachment on low...: Mix with a dough hook attachment on low speed for 3 minutes, until the dough is soft and pliable (alternatively use a large bowl, wooden spoon and then knead on a counter)

5. 5

   Roll the dough out on a floured counter...: Roll the dough out on a floured counter top, separate into two pieces and cover with cling wrap that has been sprayed with cooking spray on one side to avoid sticking

6. 6

   Let this rise for 2 hours

7. 7

   Preheat oven to 375

8. 8

   Roll the dough into two long strands and...: Roll the dough into two long strands and cut 24 pieces total, rolling each piece into a ball

9. 9

   Dip each pretzel in to a baking soda...: Dip each pretzel in to a baking soda bath, with 4 cups of water and 1/3 cup baking soda on a low boil, for 20 seconds

10. 10

    Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment...: Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

11. 11

    Brush with the egg wash mixture and sprinkle...: Brush with the egg wash mixture and sprinkle with kosher salt

12. 12

    Bake for 15-20 minutes

13. 13

    Immediately upon pulling the pretzels out of the...: Immediately upon pulling the pretzels out of the oven, brush with melted butter

14. 14

    On low heat add the garlic and beer

15. 15

    To this add the cheese, mustard powder and...: To this add the cheese, mustard powder and worcestershire whisking until combined

16. 16

    Transfer the cheese sauce to a blender and...: Transfer the cheese sauce to a blender and blend until silky smooth

17. 17

    Add fresh cracked pepper to the cheese and...: Add fresh cracked pepper to the cheese and serve!