Bagels 3

* Exported from MasterCook *

BAGELS 3

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 1/2 c All-purpose flour (or more)
3 tb Sugar
1 tb Salt
2 pk Active yeast
2 tb Margarine
1 tb Sugar
1 Egg white
Water

Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 3 Tbs sugar, 1 Tbs salt and
yeast.
Heat 1 1/2 cups water and margarine to 120F to
130F. Add to dry ingredients; beat for 2 minutes at
medium speed. Add 1/2 cup flour; beat at high speed
for 2 minutes. Stir in more flour to make a stiff
dough. On floured board, knead for 8 to 10 minutes.
Set in greased bowl; turn to grease top. Cover; let
rise in warm, draft-free place for 1 hour.
Punch dough down. Cover; let rest for 15 minutes.
In a large skillet heat 1-inch water over medium low
heat to a simmer; add remaining sugar and salt.
Divide dough into 12 pieces; shape 3 pieces into
smooth balls. With floured finger, poke a 1-inch hole
in each. Drop bagels into simmering water. Cook for
3 minutes. Turn and cook for 2 minutes. Turn again;
cook for 1 minute more. Drain on towels. Repeat
shaping and cooking rest of dough.
Place on greased baking sheet. Mix egg white and 1
Tbs water; brush on bagels. Sprinkle with coarse
salt, sesame, caraway or poppy seed if desired. Bake
at 375F for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from sheets.
Cool.



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