Chewy Pretzel Buns - Red Star® Yeast

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water (110-115°F)
• 1 (0.25oz) package (7g) or 2 1/4 teaspoons Red Star Active Dry Yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 3/4 cups bread flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
• 4 quarts water
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• Coarse sea salt (enough to sprinkle over 8 rolls)