Bagels Ii

Name: Bagels Ii
Ingredients: 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C); 1/2 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 7 cups bread flour; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 3 tablespoons poppy seeds (optional)

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Ingredients

2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1/2 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
7 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
3 tablespoons poppy seeds (optional)

Directions

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["In large bowl, sprinkle yeast over warm water to soften; stir to dissolve. Add 2 tablespoons sugar, oil, 6 cups of flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the dough forms up and leaves the sides of the bowl. Turn dough out on floured board and knead, adding small amounts of flour as necessary. Bagel dough should be pretty stiff. Work in as much extra flour as you can comfortably knead. Knead until smooth and elastic, 12-15 minutes.", "Roll the dough into a ball, place it in a large oiled bowl, and turn to coat. Cover and let fully rise until an impression made with your finger remains and does not sink into the dough (about an hour).", "Punch down and cut into thirds, and roll each piece between your palms into a rope. Cut each rope into 4 equal pieces and shape into balls. Roll the first ball into another rope that is about 2\" longer than the width of your hand. Make a ring with the dough