Cheese and Pesto Filled Soft Pretzels - Diamond Nuts

Ingredients

• Pretzels:
• 1 1/2 cups warm (110 to 115 degrees F) water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 package active dry yeast
• 4 1/2 cups flour
• 2 ounces unsalted butter, melted
• 8 cups water
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1 large egg yolk beaten
• Pretzel salt
• Filling:
• 1/2 cup Diamond of California Walnuts®
• 1 1/2 cups fresh basil
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese