Bagels

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 cups flour and yeast.
2. 2
   Add warm water, 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon salt.
3. 3
   Beat at low speed with an electric mixer for 30 seconds.
4. 4
   Beat at high speed for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in as much of remaining flour as you can.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a floured surface; knead in enough flour to make dough stiff, elastic and smooth (6 to 8 minutes).
7. 7
   Cover; let rest for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Divide dough into 12 portions.
9. 9
   Shape each portion into a ball; punch hole in the center and shape into a bagel.
10. 10
    Place on a greased baking sheet.
11. 11
    Cover; let rise for 20 minutes.
12. 12
    Broil bagels 3 to 4 minutes, turning once.
13. 13
    Drop bagels, 4 to 5 at a time into boiling water-sugar mixture.
14. 14
    Let simmer 7 minutes.
15. 15
    Drain on paper towels.
16. 16
    Place drained bagels on a well-greased baking sheet.
17. 17
    Bake in a 375° oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until tops are golden brown.
18. 18
    Makes 12 servings.