4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter
Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast
Let sit until foamy
Add melted butter and salt
Mix in flour gradually
Knead until smooth and elastic
Place dough in a greased bowl
Cover and let rise until doubled
Punch down dough
Shape as needed for pretzels