Bagels

Directions

1. 1
   Add remaining ingredients to sponge and knead dough well.
2. 2
   Let dough rise in an oiled bowl that's covered until double in size.
3. 3
   Punch down and divide into 8 pieces.
4. 4
   Start a large pan of water boiling.
5. 5
   Some say honey helps the glaze.
6. 6
   Shape into round rolls, then push thumbs through center and shape the hole.
7. 7
   Drop the bagels into boiling water right away after shaping them.
8. 8
   Leave for about a minute - they'll puff up fast.
9. 9
   Remove and put in an oiled pan, bake for 25 minutes.