Whole Wheat Pretzels - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (1/16 ounce) packet active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups water
2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
cooking spray or oil
1 large egg white
2 tablespoons water
sesame seeds (optional)

Preparation

Dissolve yeast, sugar and salt in warm water: let yeast mixture stand 5 minutes, or until foamy.
Combine flours and cheese in large mixing bowl.
Add yeast mixture; beat at low speed until well-blended.
Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth.
Cut dough into 32 pieces, using kitchen shears dipped in flour, or a floured dough slicer.
Shape each piece into a ball.
Roll each ball on a lightly floured surface to form a rope about 14\" long.
Twist each one into a pretzel shape; place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray.
Combine egg white and water; mix well.
Brush each pretzel with egg white mixture.
You may also sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
Bake at 425\u00b0 for 12- 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.