These pretzels evoke Adina's childhood in Philadelphia, grounding her alien experiences in the familiar comforts of her Earthly home.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add brown sugar and melted butter.
Gradually add flour to form a soft dough.
Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth.
Shape into pretzels and place on a baking sheet.
Sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.