BAGELS Recipe

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Ingredients

2 2 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1/2 1/2 1/2 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
2 2 2 tablespoons white sugar
1 1 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
7 7 7 cups bread flour
1 1 1 tablespoon salt
1 1 1 tablespoon white sugar
3 3 3 tablespoons poppy seeds (optional)
Directions
to to 2 6 sprinkle yeast over warm water to soften; stir to dissolve. Add 2 tablespoons sugar, oil, 6 cups of flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the dough forms up and leaves the sides of the bowl.
12-15 Turn dough out on floured board and knead, adding small amounts of flour as necessary. Bagel dough should be pretty stiff. Work in as much extra flour as you can comfortably knead. Knead until smooth and elastic, 12-15 minutes.
to Roll the dough into a ball, place it in a large oiled bowl, and turn to coat. Cover and let fully rise until an impression made with your finger remains and does not sink into the dough (about an hour).
4 Punch down and cut into thirds, and roll each piece between your palms into a rope. Cut each rope into 4 equal pieces and shape into balls.
2 20 place the bagels on 2 nonstick baking pans or very lightly oiled baking sheets. Cover and let stand until puffy, about 20 minutes.
2 Carefully lift each bagel out with a slotted spoon or skimmer. Drain momentarily. Turn into a dish with topping, if desired. Evenly space bagels on 2 nonstick baking pans or very lightly oiled baking sheets.
500 20 to steam in a preheated 500 degree F oven until well-browned, about 20 minutes. Turn bagels over when the tops begin to brown, and continue baking until done.

Preparation

Step 1

Amount Per Serving Calories: 323 | Total Fat: 3.4g | Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 585mg Total Carbs: 61.7g Dietary Fiber: 2.2g Protein: 10.1g