Mix the flour, salt, and sugar well and make a well in the middle.
Combine the yeast, water, and butter in the well, then stir in the flour.
Knead the dough until it's soft, then let it rest for 1 hour.
Cut the dough into 10 pieces and shape into sticks, pretzels, or buns.
Bring the 2L of water to a light boil and add the baking soda.
Cook the dough pieces for 1 minute, turning after 30 seconds.
Transfer the dough pieces to a baking tin and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.
