Bagels

Directions

1. 1
   Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, 1 tablespoon salt and yeast.
2. 2
   Heat 1 1/2 cups water and margarine to 120° to 130°.
3. 3
   Add to dry ingredients; beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
4. 4
   Add 1/2 cup flour; beat at high speed 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in more flour to make a stiff dough.
6. 6
   On floured board, knead 8 to 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Set in greased bowl; turn to grease top.
8. 8
   Cover; let rise in warm draft-free place 1 hour.
9. 9
   Punch dough down, cover and let rest 15 minutes.
10. 10
    In a large skillet heat 1 inch water over medium low heat to simmer; add remaining sugar and salt.
11. 11
    Divide dough into 12 pieces; shape 3 pieces into smooth balls.
12. 12
    With floured finger poke a 1-inch hole in each.
13. 13
    Drop bagels into simmering water.
14. 14
    Cook 3 minutes.
15. 15
    Turn and cook 2 minutes.
16. 16
    Turn again; cook 1 minute more.
17. 17
    Drain on towels.
18. 18
    Repeat shaping and cooking rest of dough.
19. 19
    Place on greased baking sheet.
20. 20
    Mix egg white and 1 tablespoon water; brush on bagels.
21. 21
    Sprinkle with coarse salt, sesame, caraway or poppy seed if desired.
22. 22
    Bake at 375° for 20 to 25 minutes.
23. 23
    Remove from sheet and cool.
24. 24
    Makes 1 dozen.