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      Title: Bagels 10
 Categories: Yeastbreads
      Yield: 1

      2    Blocks fresh yeast OR
      2 pk Active dry yeast)
  4 1/4    All purpose flour
  4 1/2 c  Sifted
  1 1/2 c  Lukewarm water
      1 tb Salt
      3 tb Sugar

  In large mixer bowl, combine yeast and 1.75 c. of the flour 
  combine water, sugar, & salt. Add to yeast mixture. Beat at low 
  speed for 1/2 minute, scraping sides of bowl constantly. Beat 3 
  min. at high speed. By hand, stir in enough of the remaining 
  flour to make a moderately stiff dough. Turn out on floured 
  surface, and knead until smooth (about 5-8 min.) Cover and let 
  rest for 15 minutes 
  
  Shape into smooth balls. Punch a hole in the center of each ball 
  with a floured finger. Pull gently to enlarge hole, working each 
  bagel into uniform shape. Cover and let rise for 1/2 hour. 
  
  In large kettle, combine 1 gallon water and 1 tbsp sugar. Bring 
  to boil. Reduce temp to simmering. Cook bagels 4-5 at a time for 
  7 min., turning once. Drain. Place on ungreased baking sheet. 
  Bake in 375F oven for 30-35 minutes. 
  
  Yield: 12 bagels. From: Bobbie Kopf Date: 01-09-96

  Exported from Home Cookin 4.8  (http://www.mountain-software.com)

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