Germans ring in the New Year with a Grosse Neujahrs-Breze or Big New Year's Pretzel. This braided sweet yeast bread in the shape of a pretzel is the first thing many Germans put in their mouths when the clock strikes 12 on New Year's Eve because it is said to bring good luck.
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Try serving this German symbol of good luck as the centerpiece of your New Year’s brunch. This bread also makes a wonderful edible hostess gift as it is so decorative. While you’re at it brush up on your knowledge of how to be the perfect guest in a German home.
500 grams (about 3 1/2 to 4 cups) all-purpose flour
1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)