Kale Bagels

Directions

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   To Make the Kale with a Kick:
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   Remove stems and ribs from kale.
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   Clean thoroughly and chop into tiny pieces.
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   Spin the kale to remove excess water.
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   Set aside.
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   Combine the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
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   Using your hands, massage the dressing onto the kale to coat thoroughly and tenderize.
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   Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour, or until the kale is tender.
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   To Make the Bagels:
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    Combine the water and yeast in a medium-size bowl.
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    Let sit for a few minutes until bubbles appear, to ensure the yeast is active.
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    Stir in the kale.
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    In a large bowl, combine 4 cups (480 g) of the flour and the salt.
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    Stir in the kale mixture.
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    Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes, adding the remaining 2 cups (240 g) flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and pliable.
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    Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook.
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    The kneading time will be the same, until the dough forms a ball.
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    Lightly coat a large bowl with the oil.
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    Place the dough in the bowl and gently turn to coat.
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    Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size, 60 to 90 minutes.
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    Gently deflate the dough.
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    Divide into 8 equal portions; shape into rounds by pulling at the dough from the sides onto the bottom.
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    Insert your thumb into the center of each dough ball, and twirl the dough around it until the hole reaches about 1 1/2 inches (8 cm) in size.
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    Let rest for 15 minutes.
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    Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
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    Add the baking soda slowly: the mixture will bubble up.
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    Lower the heat to a gentle boil.
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    Preheat the oven to 375F (190C, or gas mark 5).
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    Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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    Place 4 bagels at a time in the pot and simmer for 1 minute, using a spoon to gently submerge the bagels occasionally.
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    Scoop out the bagels with a slotted spoon.
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    Place on a wire rack to drain.
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    Repeat with the remaining 4 bagels.
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    Transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
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    Bake for 24 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown and sound hollow when the bottom is tapped.
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    Let cool on a wire rack.