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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ingredients:
2 packages active dry yeast |
4 1/4-4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted |
1 1/2 cups water, lukewarm |
3 tablespoons sugar |
1 tablespoon salt |
Directions:
1. In large mixer bowl, combine yeast and 1 3/4 cups of flour. 2. Combine water, sugar and salt. Add to yeast mixture. Beat at low speed of electric mixer for 1/2 minute, scraping sides of bowl constantly. 3. Beat 3 minutes at high speed. 4. By hand, stir in enough of the remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough. 5. Turn out on lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, 5 to 8 minutes. 6. Cover, let rest 15 minutes. 7. Cut into 12 portions and shape into smooth balls. 8. Punch a hole in center of each with a floured finger. 9. Pull gently to enlarge hole, working each bagel into uniform shape. Cover, let rise 20 minutes. 10. In large kettle combine 1 gallon water and 1 tablespoon sugar; bring to a boil. 11. Reduce temperature to a simmer. 12. Cook bagels 4 or 5 at a time, for 7 minutes, turning once. Drain and place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in 375 degrees oven for 30 to 35 minutes. |
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