Bagels 3

                      
 
                                  BAGELS 3
 
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 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Breads
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    4 1/2   c            All-purpose flour (or more)
    3       tb           Sugar
    1       tb           Salt
    2       pk           Active yeast
    2       tb           Margarine
    1       tb           Sugar
    1                    Egg white
                         Water
 
      Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 3 Tbs sugar, 1 Tbs salt and
   yeast.
      Heat 1 1/2 cups water and margarine to 120F to
   130F.  Add to dry ingredients; beat for 2 minutes at
   medium speed.  Add 1/2 cup flour; beat at high speed
   for 2 minutes.  Stir in more flour to make a stiff
   dough. On floured board, knead for 8 to 10 minutes.
   Set in greased bowl; turn to grease top.  Cover; let
   rise in warm, draft-free place for 1 hour.
      Punch dough down.  Cover; let rest for 15 minutes.
   In a large skillet heat 1-inch water over medium low
   heat to a simmer; add remaining sugar and salt.
      Divide dough into 12 pieces; shape 3 pieces into
   smooth balls.  With floured finger, poke a 1-inch hole
   in each.  Drop bagels into simmering water.  Cook for
   3 minutes.  Turn and cook for 2 minutes.  Turn again;
   cook for 1 minute more.  Drain on towels.  Repeat
   shaping and cooking rest of dough.
      Place on greased baking sheet.  Mix egg white and 1
   Tbs water; brush on bagels.  Sprinkle with coarse
   salt, sesame, caraway or poppy seed if desired.  Bake
   at 375F for 20 to 25 minutes.  Remove from sheets.
   Cool.