Ingredients
Serves: Serves 6
Prep Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 mins
FOR THE PRETZELS:
1¾ cups warm water
½ teaspoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup bread flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
FOR THE SAUCE:
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
6 ounces light beer
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Preparation