MAKE THE DOUGH
1
Proof the yeast. Then, mix the dough. Do this by hand or with a stand mixer on its lowest setting.
KNEAD THE DOUGH
2
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, this may take half the time.
FORM INTO A ROUND & REST
3
Form it into a round and place it in a clean oiled bowl. Cover and allow to rest until doubled in size (about 1 hr).
DEFLATE DOUGH & FORM INTO ROUNDS
4
Once doubled in size, deflate the dough, allow it to rest for 10 mins, then form into 8 equal-sized rounds.
SHAPE THE BAGELS
5
Coat a finger in flour, and gently press your finger into the center of each dough ball to form a large bagel ring.
REST SHAPED BAGELS
6
Rest the shaped bagels. Bring a large pot of water to a bubbling boil. Flavor the water with barley malt extract (optional).
ADD TOPPINGS
8
After boiling them, top the bagels! This is the time when you can let your creativity run free.
SLICE In HALF & SCHMEAR
10
Once baked and slightly cooled, slice one in half and give it a schmear of cream cheese.
OR MAKE A DELI-STYLE EGG & CHEESE
11
Fry an egg up, over easy, season it with salt & pepper, top it with cheese and bacon. Add ketchup, if you’re into it.