Mix all dough ingredients.

Knead the dough in mixer or hand 5 mins.

Once smooth, flour the dough and place in a ziploc 30 mins.

While the dough rests, make topping by combining boiling water and baking soda.

Stir to dissolve soda. Set aside to cool to lukewarm.

Preheat oven to 475°F.

Line baking sheet with parchment.

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased work are and divide into 8 equal pieces. (2 1/2 ounces each)

Let each piece rest 5 mins.

Pour the baking soda/water into a 9" square pan.

Roll each piece of dough into a long, thin rope and into a pretzel shape.

Place 4 in the pan with the water/soda and spoon the mixture on top of them. Sit 2 minutes and move to the parchment paper. repeat with next 4.

Sprinkle them lightly with kosher salt.

Rest them 10 mins uncovered and bake 8-10 mins until golden.

Remove the pretzels from the oven, and brush them thoroughly with all of the melted butter.