Letter Pretzels

I think most every summer when we were in the throes of boredom mom pulled out this recipe to keep us entertained for the afternoon. I was thrilled to find it and use it with my kids.

1 package yeast

1 1/2 cup warm water

1t salt

1T Sugar

4 cups flour

Mix all ingredients. Knead until elastic and shape into whatever shape you like. Brush with beaten egg (or butter) and sprinkle with salt. Place on a foil lined cookie sheet and bake at 425 for 12-15 minutes.

Franks World Fameous Biscuits

For fantastic biscuits and gravy

Mix:

2 c plain flour
1 t salt
1T baking powder

Cut in 1/2 C shortening until in little pieces
Add 3/4 c milk and mix until it just holds together
Roll to about 1/4 inch thick and fold in half so that they will split easily.

Bake at 400 for 12-15 minutes