Bagels

Directions

1. 1
   In large mixer bowl, combine yeast and 1 3/4 cups of the flour. Combine water, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add to yeast mixture.
3. 3
   Beat at low speed of mixer.
4. 4
   Beat 3 minutes by hand.
5. 5
   Stir in enough flour to make a stiff dough.
6. 6
   Turn out on floured surface and knead until smooth, 5 to 8 minutes.
7. 7
   Cover; let rest 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Cut into 12 portions.
9. 9
   Shape into small balls.
10. 10
    Punch a hole in center of each with a floured finger, working each bagel into shape. Cover; let rise 20 minutes.