Pretzels for Lent

Did you know that the pretzel is a traditional food for lent? Catholic Icing shares a great illustration and recipe to share with your kids. Check it out. 

The tradition dates back to when Christians would pray, they would cross their arms and touch each shoulder with the opposite hand. 

To read more about the religious history of the pretzel and for the pretzel prayer, check out Catholic Culture’s pretzel page.
Click here for a great pretzel recipe from Catholic Icing.