Behold: Uncle Jerry's handmade Pennsylvania Dutch Pretzels. These are not just any pretzels, mind you. They are 'extra dark' pretzels. I will give you a fair warning: they are not for everyone. Extra dark means '(slightly) burnt'. If you enjoy the following items, I would suggest picking up a bag: hard pretzels, barbecue, smoked delicacies, dark toast and/or bagels, Starbucks Coffee (okay, that was a cheap shot). You may also enjoy them if you are a fan of friendly looking gentleman named Jerry, whom you can see to the right. The snack is all-natural and made locally in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Depending on the pretzel, you can either get an overpowering salty taste in addition to the smokiness of the 'burnt' flavor, or a pleasant compliment of saltiness. Personally, I am content with either as I am a fan of saltiness in most snacks. Do not expect to find many full-sized pretzels. Shipping does not seem to be a friend to this snack; Many a broken pretzel can be found within.
Where and how we found it:I was introduced to this snack by co-blogger Jeff whilst working a show together last summer. He had picked them up from Old Nelson, a local chain of delicatessens. The snack is readily available at other markets in Philadelphia, including Whole Foods Market (South Street and Callowhill) where I picked up an 8 oz. bag for $2.39. (Jeff and I will attempt to include pictures receipts whenever possible.)
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| A close-up shot of a pretzel; notice the 'extra dark' portion of the left "hoop". |
Ingredients: Unbleached Flour, Sourdough, Well Water, Yeast, Soda and Salt.
FAT FREE: No oil or shortening
No sugar or sweeteners No Preservatives
Serving Size: 1 Pretzel
Calories: 90
Total Fat: 0g
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