Easy Pretzel Bites Recipe

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  • @roberthagemanXD
    @roberthagemanXD Рік тому +397

    Hi John, I started culinary school last week. Our first assignment was to write about an influential chef, I picked you! Thank you for being such a big inspiration and motivator. I definitely wouldn't be where I am today without you, thanks.

    • @quarlo20
      @quarlo20 Рік тому +23

      Awwwww!!!!! Congrats on getting into culinary school!!!! 🎉

    • @roberthagemanXD
      @roberthagemanXD Рік тому +7

      @@quarlo20 thank you 😊

    • @lala_bee
      @lala_bee Рік тому +9

      Congratulations and good luck!❤

    • @unowen7591
      @unowen7591 Рік тому +8

      Congrats on culinary school! Good luck and kill it!

    • @roberthagemanXD
      @roberthagemanXD Рік тому +5

      @@lala_bee thank you so much

  • @juliajenkins104
    @juliajenkins104 Рік тому +53

    I am so happy to have You to learn from John. You are an amazing teacher and I’m blessed to be able to continue to learn at 70 and still enjoy our kitchen. We love your recipes.
    I finally bought your book after making many of your recipes with you on UA-cam. Thank you!

    • @sharkiesupernova
      @sharkiesupernova Рік тому +2

      He mentioned he was a math teacher I think!!! Hence why he's an outstanding teacher ❤ I absolutely adore him and his recipes

  • @nazekguirgis6171
    @nazekguirgis6171 4 місяці тому +5

    you are one of the best cooking books writer , the details, how to do anything is just amazing, you should be proud of yourself

  • @ishaankarmilla8409
    @ishaankarmilla8409 Рік тому +39

    We all ❤❤❤ you John

    • @L17_8
      @L17_8 Рік тому +2

      Jesus loves you ❤️ please turn to him and repent before it's too late. The end times described in the Bible are already happening in the world.

    • @ishaankarmilla8409
      @ishaankarmilla8409 Рік тому +2

      You make the best recipes ever!

    • @Basil2737
      @Basil2737 Рік тому +4

      ​@@L17_8another doomsday cultist...

    • @that_one6339
      @that_one6339 Рік тому

      @@L17_8no seriously what does that have to do with what they commented???
      What you talkin’ ‘bout

  • @augment3d6ixth97
    @augment3d6ixth97 Рік тому +13

    I made these yesterday, and they were so delicious. You have opened up my mind's eye to baking. It all makes sense now!

  • @allthethingswithjuliet3037
    @allthethingswithjuliet3037 Рік тому +4

    John, just so you know your videos will bring beautiful memories for my daughter who is 13 because we watch and cook with you! Not only that but when I'm stressed I just have you playing in the background while I work at the office lol 😂 bless you and your family always 😊

  • @BakeBySadia
    @BakeBySadia Рік тому +3

    I tried these and they turned out amazing! I made mine cinnamon sugar.. with brown butter! The only thing was they stuck to the parchment.. make sure you grease that thing well! I had to remove the bottoms on most of them.. I highly recommend greasing the parchment or pan.

    • @luckiestluck819
      @luckiestluck819 Рік тому

      had the same issue, thanks for advice will try greasing for my 2nd go

  • @lindahoffman8890
    @lindahoffman8890 9 місяців тому

    Thanks!

  • @valinny8571
    @valinny8571 Рік тому +4

    I love to brush with butter after they come out of the oven. Soo good.

  • @MouseyMous
    @MouseyMous Рік тому +27

    Im obsessed with all things pretzel, especially pretzel bites 😌👍 thanks John. Perfect timing as always!

    • @Mae-rr5ye
      @Mae-rr5ye Рік тому

      And now you'll never run out. How fun!! 😄

  • @alexawainscott6100
    @alexawainscott6100 25 днів тому

    Love the scientific explanations to see why we do certain things, how to know when dough is ready, as a beginner

  • @alexandriasmikle8790
    @alexandriasmikle8790 Рік тому +1

    My brother just asked me yesterday to try making pretzels. This is amazing! All your recipes are a gift

  • @briore3856
    @briore3856 Рік тому +1

    I found your channel a couple years ago when I was looking for a recipe for smash cakes for my twins! Now that the little ones are older, I am exploring more of your dinner recipes-to great success! From this twin mom: Huge thank you!!

  • @marksieber4626
    @marksieber4626 Рік тому

    We have done the pretzel recipes that you did a couple years ago. It is a staple of our household. Do this recipe if you’re doubtful, your doubts will be removed. The best

  • @tinax225
    @tinax225 Рік тому +6

    im gonna do half my batch with salt as the topping and the other half with cinnamon sugar! thanks for the recipe :)

  • @taylornation320
    @taylornation320 Рік тому +1

    That spoon and level method with measuring cups is something i never knew until recently. Ive been baking for over a decade and no one had mentioned that you shouldnt scoop flour out into the cup, but you should fluff it and spoon it in.. this whole time i was using too much flour lol glad you mentioned this as well. I did recently get a scale and im going to have accurate measurements from now on 🥳

  • @seonaidanderson360
    @seonaidanderson360 11 місяців тому +2

    Love the videos! I made the pretzel bites and nothing I have ever baked disappeared so quickly. My family were literally standing beside the oven waiting for the next batch to come out! x

  • @DiaDia18
    @DiaDia18 Рік тому +8

    Very nice recipie John! They looks amazing! Have a nice day! 👍👏🍴

  • @theesweetie23ca91
    @theesweetie23ca91 Рік тому +2

    Here he goes again making everything look so easy and delicious! Now all I want to do is bake but I have a TON of work on my plate. Definitely taking these to the beach on Saturday!

  • @torimacdonald9223
    @torimacdonald9223 Рік тому +8

    Yum! I can't wait to try this recipe.

  • @SpiritoftheForest
    @SpiritoftheForest Рік тому

    Dear John, you’re my hero!! I was so intimidated, but this recipe made it so easy! The boiling in baking soda in batches was a bit hectic, but they turned out perfect! I even forgot the egg wash and salt until they were in the oven for 3 minutes, but I popped em out, did the egg wash and salt, then baked for the full time and omg. Some I made cinnamon sugar (those will get cheesecake dip) and the plain salted ones will have both jalapeño popper dip and beer cheese dip. So excited to share with my family, thank you so much!! 💜💜💜

  • @kristinbray6453
    @kristinbray6453 Рік тому +1

    Thank you John for sharing your culinary wisdom and inspiration with us. They look delicious!! They would be great with a honey mustard for us that don't do hot and spicy. Have a blessed and beautiful day to your family and you from California.

  • @kevilinak
    @kevilinak Рік тому +15

    Oh yum. Just made your cinnamon rolls yesterday. SO much better than the other recipes I’ve used. Gosh, I make lots of your dishes, actually! Corn chowder was also delicious!

    • @chrishintz1077
      @chrishintz1077 Рік тому

      Sounds delish. The two main food groups: cinnamon rolls and corn chowder. ;).

    • @chrishintz1077
      @chrishintz1077 Рік тому

      Oh, so it’s kind of like bagels?: boil, then bake. Got it.

  • @celesteburnette9961
    @celesteburnette9961 2 місяці тому

    I enjoy when you explain the science of baking

  • @Freddy18689
    @Freddy18689 Рік тому +1

    Yes we all ❤️❤️❤️ you John

  • @cathymikequimbyquimby7315
    @cathymikequimbyquimby7315 Рік тому

    So excited to try this soon! Thank you for all your wonderful instructions, along with your humor.

  • @SabineL-z5u
    @SabineL-z5u Рік тому

    Hi. Not long ago I found your Baked Alaska video and since then I am a fan and hooked. Today your new book arrived. You are a master and I like your style, your professionalism and dedication. Thank you. Greetings from Bavaria. Sabine

  • @PetraRobinson-gm8nh
    @PetraRobinson-gm8nh Рік тому

    Oh I love pretzels, I make them often, small ones like yours, big pretzels, pretzel sticks... a nice glass of cold beer with it. HEAVEN.

  • @lachauntiswashington231
    @lachauntiswashington231 Рік тому +2

    I love soft pretzels. this looks so good.😋❤💯 I love mine with cheddar cheese and cream cheese.

    • @melmil9836
      @melmil9836 Рік тому

      How do you add the cheese and cream cheese? please and Thank you.😊

  • @gailries8011
    @gailries8011 Рік тому +1

    Gave these a try and they came out perfect! Made a cheese beer dip to go with them. All I can say is yum!!!

  • @karinasanchez3285
    @karinasanchez3285 Рік тому +10

    🤤🤤🤤 always ready for pretzels 💯🤗. Thanks John 🙌

    • @L17_8
      @L17_8 Рік тому +2

      Jesus loves you ❤️ please turn to him and repent before it's too late. The end times described in the Bible are already happening in the world.

  • @SpiritoftheForest
    @SpiritoftheForest Рік тому +1

    Omg hooray, thank you for sharing! These will be perfect for my baking challenge this weekend! I’ve always been intimidated by making homemade pretzels, so thank you for sharing this easy recipe! 🩵

  • @sherylclements2846
    @sherylclements2846 Рік тому +1

    This year I want to make cookie baskets for my neighbors for Christmas but seeing these I think I'm going to add these to it. Great recipe!! Thanks John!!

    • @pattic.2975
      @pattic.2975 11 місяців тому

      Great idea for next year! Too many sweets at Christmas, what a nice alternative!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @Gucciblackberry
    @Gucciblackberry Рік тому

    You I swear to the lord post my cravings!!! Everytime I say something sounds good within a week you post it!!!😂❤

  • @deniseleon2524
    @deniseleon2524 Рік тому

    I truly enjoy watching all your recipes, perfect timing for a quick snack for my boy after school.

  • @tomdececco2806
    @tomdececco2806 Рік тому +4

    Another great recipe - thanks

  • @SavoryExperimentsCooking
    @SavoryExperimentsCooking Рік тому +3

    These look so tender and delicious. I can't wait to make them! Thanks!

  • @sararempel7956
    @sararempel7956 Рік тому

    These look amazing John! Your tutorials are so easy to follow. I want to try these pretzel bites

  • @megsimmerling9124
    @megsimmerling9124 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much! I’ve always been afraid to make pretzel bread of any kind, but you made it so clear and easy to follow. Mine turned out pretty good. Better next time with practice and more of your videos! BTW I love your copper pot covers!

  • @24shineon
    @24shineon Рік тому +5

    I was planning on making pretzel bites this weekend you have amazing timing!

  • @pattic.2975
    @pattic.2975 11 місяців тому

    I'm going to try these! You always make such nice and informative videos! Thanks, John!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @Una...
    @Una... Рік тому +2

    Who's excited for baking season? It's almost here!

  • @22anamae
    @22anamae Рік тому +2

    Can't wait to try this, thank you for sharing ☺️

  • @jamiescott5461
    @jamiescott5461 Рік тому +7

    These would be awesome as cinnamon sugar bites! Yum

  • @Bee-ih5uy
    @Bee-ih5uy Рік тому

    Must try to make these, my husband LOVES soft pretzels! Looks like fun!

  • @jeremywhitmer6945
    @jeremywhitmer6945 10 місяців тому

    I am a novice and love watching your videos! I tried the pretzel bites and so good! Watched your bagel video prior and seemed like it was the same dough. So made the pretzels and then added syrup in the water and boiled the bagels. My son (22) loves a plain bagel so after one bite he says "" you know what that tastes like?!!? A pretzel. Pretty profound . But what is the difference between the bagel dough and pretzel dough? Thanks for everything and you are my go to when searching for a recipe or idea.

  • @michelebriere9569
    @michelebriere9569 Рік тому +1

    John, you need to do an episode about teaching kids to read a recipe, and make it. How old are your kids? Have you ever made ice cream cone cup cakes? The kids will love them.
    Make the cake batter,. You'll need a deep cup cake tin.
    Put in flat bottom ice cream cones. Fill each cone 3/4 with batter. Bake with cup cake instructions.
    When done, let cool, follow instructions for frosting. Eat!
    For fun, make it a white or yellow batter. When cool, poke holes in the cones, gently spoon in a favorite jello. Use multiple colors of jello, if you'd like. Frost, sprinkle with your favorite toppings.

  • @12HpyPaws
    @12HpyPaws Рік тому +2

    Homemede pretzels are always a great treat.

  • @christineprice2411
    @christineprice2411 Рік тому

    Have to try this one, just made the naan bread and it was superb!

  • @mmakomanyatja5213
    @mmakomanyatja5213 Рік тому

    You are the PRO John many thanks God bless you nd your family

    • @djdacian
      @djdacian 3 дні тому

      his husband . ok

  • @meenha1976
    @meenha1976 Рік тому

    I miss my pretzels 😢 not had much in the uk now that I can make my own, oh preppy u make me so so happy❤❤❤😊

  • @MManeval
    @MManeval Рік тому

    I made your brioche yesterday. I pulled a boo boo during preparation and came up 2 cups short of flour. (I'd love to know how boll weavels get in an unopened bag of flour)I live in a very small town, no store that sells the flour I like. Spotted a lemon cake mix in my pantry. I measured it and it was close to 2 cups. I cut the sugar amount and winged it. Using your guide rules I watched my dough carefully and babied it all the way. It made 2 beautiful loaves with a hint of lemon.

  • @DVD927
    @DVD927 Рік тому +3

    I can smell them! Yummmm

  • @StealthyRBLX
    @StealthyRBLX Рік тому

    I always LOVE getting these from Wetzel's Pretzel, definitely going to try this recipe out!

  • @mayamakesstuff1097
    @mayamakesstuff1097 Рік тому +3

    Would LOVE to see your stroopwaffel recipe ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ew7512
    @ew7512 Рік тому +2

    Can I do this by hand if i don't have a stand mixer? Edit: I answered my own question. Yes, you can. They come out amazingly if kneaded by hand. 🙂

  • @The_VietnAmerican
    @The_VietnAmerican 10 місяців тому

    Totally used to make these all the time. Need to get back to it.

  • @crawook
    @crawook Рік тому +2

    Lol when you save this vid to a playlist and it auto adds to your “fitness” playlist 😂. I’ll just switch that to awesome recipes by John.

  • @jeannettethorsby7085
    @jeannettethorsby7085 Рік тому

    👋 Hello . If I make this into a pretzel stick (8-10 inches), would the bake time be the same? I enjoy watching your video's so much. I have made many of your recipes, and each time, there were no leftovers, and my family wanted more. 😋 To me, that's one of the best thing to see. ❤

  • @leahquispe4569
    @leahquispe4569 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for explaining about yeast I have been unsure and afraid because I didn't know how to start ....

  • @jeanniebrunk3863
    @jeanniebrunk3863 Рік тому

    John, I think I love you! LOL Although I will probably never makes those pretzel bites, I so enjoy watching you prepare and eat them. You are a treasure. Jeannie, Hilton Head Island (getting prepped for the hurricane-be safe everyone)

  • @calokent411
    @calokent411 Рік тому +3

    Looks insane delicious ❤ thanks 🙏 a lot for sharing this nice video 👌🏼

  • @anthonydolio8118
    @anthonydolio8118 Рік тому +1

    Perfection as usual. Thanks.

  • @GlobalReport247
    @GlobalReport247 10 місяців тому

    You are my go to chef extraordinaire John! Your step by step instructions are fab for experiential learners and the tips and cues give me confidence when trying your recipes. How long do you knead the dough for your cinnamon buns? Mine looked and tasted great but were doughy on the inside~didn’t stop my son from eating and loving them though 😂!
    For the pretzel bites, is this the exact same recipe as the large soft pretzels? I have made the large pretzels twice now, and they are the size of bagels, big enough to make sandwiches ‼️ (I cut the dough into 8 equal parts rather than 12, oops). Everyone that has tried these pretzel bagels thinks I’m a genius baker... I ALWAYS give you the credit!
    I am afraid to make your “easy” quiche... yup, that will require some concentration and commitment 😅
    Thanks for always measuring and doing the conversions for your fans. I stop, measure, and then restart your videos as I progress to the grand finish toward delicious edible homemade food💖
    This is my son’s account... he is one happy baked goods eater, after I make your recipes into delightful yumminess!
    Ciao for now, keep up the great work and I will order your book and treasure it too!
    Linda Grace Byers

  • @KSAS1204
    @KSAS1204 Рік тому +2

    Looks so good!!!

  • @SakuraSaskey
    @SakuraSaskey Рік тому

    I’ve been craving these, thanks for the great timing!

  • @ntv358
    @ntv358 Рік тому

    Best chef on the Internet! Have you ever made Zeppoli’s?

  • @sandyg4801
    @sandyg4801 Рік тому

    Can’t wait to make these! Can bread flour be used instead of AP flour? I love using bread flour in all dough type recipes

  • @MicheleDaSilveira-q1z
    @MicheleDaSilveira-q1z Рік тому

    Maravilhosa receita, parabéns. Obrigada por compartilhar!

  • @tammiemartinez6485
    @tammiemartinez6485 Рік тому +1

    I never thought to make my own pretzels at home. My son loves them. I like this recipe because it's easy to half. That's a lot of pretzels for my small family, lol. John, if I wanted to use instant yeast would that be okay? If yes, is there anything I need to do differently at the yeast stage? Thanks in advance... 👍

  • @meenha1976
    @meenha1976 Рік тому

    Omg you just clarified something that was in the back of my head foe years, in California I lived there 16 years, I never found that the recipe would say this much flour, it was never that amount, always less or a bit more to get THE CONSISTENCY, same issue in UK 🇬🇧, you just said it, depends on the humidity and place

  • @alicegordezky5264
    @alicegordezky5264 Рік тому

    They look so delicious. Having celiac’s disease I can use one to one gluten free flour but need to figure out the ratio of xanthan gum to replace the gluten so it has a chew. If anyone know how to figure this out please let me know. Thanks

  • @JeramiahYoung
    @JeramiahYoung Місяць тому

    If you want to prepare in advance, how far would you get before you refrigerate the dough. I wont be able to bake it until a couple hours later

  • @karenray248
    @karenray248 Рік тому

    I'm going to make these with my Granddaughter, she loves pretzels!

  • @kenyettab310
    @kenyettab310 Рік тому +2

    Looks delicious

  • @veganlunchmom
    @veganlunchmom Рік тому +2

    These sound delicious!!

  • @ΈλεναΤζωρτζακη
    @ΈλεναΤζωρτζακη 3 місяці тому +2

    I DON'T WANT RECAPIES ONLY. I CAN FIND THOUSANDS. I WANT SOMEONE TO INSPIRE ME TO DO IT SOMEONE THAT MAKE ME FILL GOOD SOMEONE THAT RELAX ME SOMEONE WHITH YOUR CHARACTER AND SMILE. THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME THROU THE 2 YEARS WE WHERE LOCK IN OUR HOUSES SCARED WHAT WILL HAPPEN. THANK YOU DEAR JOHN. HELEN GREECE ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. I TRY ALMOST ALL YOUR RECAPIES WE ALL LOVE THEM❤❤❤❤

  • @maryamzizi13
    @maryamzizi13 Рік тому +1

    Great video John😊😊

  • @michaelpardue2400
    @michaelpardue2400 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing this recipe ❤

  • @brianneruiz-mccarty9890
    @brianneruiz-mccarty9890 6 місяців тому

    Making these now! I wonder if you can put a cube of cheese in each bite to make a cheesy treat?

  • @jenniferpetersen-hx4xe
    @jenniferpetersen-hx4xe Рік тому +1

    Those look amazing!! I'll have to see how they turn out manipulating the recipe for gluten free, wish me luck!

  • @tracydempsey6283
    @tracydempsey6283 Рік тому +1

    Skip the salt and roll them in butter then sugar and cinnamon mixture. Yummy!

  • @wendyballenger
    @wendyballenger Рік тому

    If you wanted to fill them with peanut butter or nutella, would you do that after the boil and before the bake?

  • @alanahrafferty
    @alanahrafferty Рік тому

    Great recipe!! Have you (or has anyone on here) tried the recipe with GF flour?

  • @donnapollock
    @donnapollock 4 місяці тому

    Oh John you have made me a very happy girl. I love these to death and could eat all that you made here. I have your recipes and I intend to make these tomorrow. I'll let you know how they turned out...

  • @johnensminger7675
    @johnensminger7675 Рік тому

    Thank you John!
    Care to share them?
    Have you tried home made honey mustard dipping sauce with those!?
    That is amazing!😊

  • @keonieskakes8518
    @keonieskakes8518 Рік тому

    AMAZING
    Thank you my kids will love these❤

  • @lesleyannekirkman6840
    @lesleyannekirkman6840 Рік тому

    John...could I use gluten free flour for this recipe??...or have ye gluten free recipes too!! Love love your channel...hugs from us here in Ireland 🇮🇪 😊🤗🌻

  • @FifthKnowledge
    @FifthKnowledge 9 місяців тому

    How long will these pretzels keep? Could I put them in an air-tight container and snack on them all week? Thnx!

  • @h7opolo
    @h7opolo Рік тому

    7:04 two thumbs up for opting to use a damp towel instead of "disposable" plastic film.

  • @siminskitchen
    @siminskitchen Рік тому

    Wonderful amazing and fantastic recipe. Loved it 😍👍

  • @donnabauso3401
    @donnabauso3401 Рік тому

    Love watching you. Love love all your receipes. And learned from your receipes to mine. tweeting. But try all your thk you s
    o much.
    Love yiur video's you nake them so interesting 😊😊😊

  • @tcsmith5071
    @tcsmith5071 27 днів тому

    I found you years back looking for a chocolate & carrot cake, frosting and more. We used the chocolate and your AWESOME strawberry cupcakes that even the hubby who doesn't like strawberry cake will eat. Grandkids and their friends love them. They're school birthday go to's for my now Sr's annual Birthday. Her friends aways ask for them! I
    did a different carrot cake though and use pistachio. So damn good!!
    Now my sister whom didht bake often at all is using your recipes after I shared the strawberry cupcake. She says these are great and makes them often for her family. I stopped baking for a while and began sewing & remodeled my home. Now, I'm back and trying these tomorrow.
    I appreciate how much detail and time you spend on making it easy and intersting.
    Your smooth moves of wiping the butter wrapper on the paddle attatchnent without breaking eye contact make me smile every time I see it!! I'm back in my kitchen trying to acclimate to a Samsung Bespoke bread proof setting with a new Artisan recipe my sis gave me. Probably should have started smaller than a 7 Qt Dutch Oven whopper of a loaf! My damaged brain messed up 1st by using wrong measuring spoon, yesterday's 2nd loaf was way too wet. I had never put plastic wrap over my bowls in the past. Knew I should have just used the towel, not both.
    Come to find out, it also calls for more bread flour than the 6 cups he's stated to use in video. I didn't read nor print the thing like I do yours.
    This is loaf 3 just out at 2:10 am. If it has a density to it, I'll go for another round after Thanksgiving. I'm making these tomorrow with stuffed jalapeños peppers wrapped in bacon (that look almost as good as a hotdog smothered in underwear🤣) with dinner. The birds and squirrels have feasted on that bread after hunby andI each had 1 piece. We'll see if loaf #3 has a better crumb in a few minutes.
    I've got to scan your channel for new recipies. I see a lot of air fryer. My oven has one. I like all but how it triggers the smoke alarms with every use. Thanks for all you do.
    Here's that dome damage kicked in with meds and I get all chatty!! I'm going to stop typing now!!

  • @ericanelson1461
    @ericanelson1461 Рік тому

    The pretzel bites look scrumptious..

  • @deblepley7755
    @deblepley7755 Рік тому

    Just HAVE to try these❤

  • @SamLovesMovies25
    @SamLovesMovies25 Рік тому

    I LOVE cinnamon, could you make these with cinnamon-sugar instead of sprinkling them with salt?

  • @dennisehamilton4076
    @dennisehamilton4076 Рік тому

    I wanted to make your bagels again but may need to do pretzels bites. Can we do jalapeño cheddar bites, when would we add the inclusion?

  • @deborahpasha9727
    @deborahpasha9727 Рік тому

    2 things John. First: how do stuff these lovelies with pepper jack😁. Second: I made your peach cake and something went wrong. The cake was done but was super moist and mushy where the peaches were. What did I do wrong🙁. Thanks.❤

  • @tammyr2966
    @tammyr2966 Рік тому

    I learned so much from this video! Definitely going to make these delicious pretzel bites!

  • @cathyhall7457
    @cathyhall7457 Рік тому +3

    Looks yummy ❤❤❤

    • @L17_8
      @L17_8 Рік тому +1

      Jesus loves you ❤️ please turn to him and repent before it's too late. The end times described in the Bible are already happening in the world.