Bagels

Directions

1. 1
   Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon salt and yeast.
2. 2
   Heat 1 1/2 cups water and the margarine to 120° or 130°.
3. 3
   Add to dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Add 1 1/2 cups flour.
5. 5
   Beat at high speed 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Stir in more flour to make stiff dough.
7. 7
   On floured board, knead 8 to 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Set in greased bowl.
9. 9
   Turn to grease top; cover.
10. 10
    Let rise in warm, draft-free place 1 hour.
11. 11
    Punch dough down.
12. 12
    Cover. Let rest 15 minutes.