1 1/2 c. warm water 1 pkg. cake yeast
3 T. sugar 1 gallon water
1/2 tsp. salt 4 1/2 c. flour
Pour warm water into large bowl. Dissolve yeast, then add sugar, salt
and enough flour to make a soft dough. Knead for 10 minutes. Let rise for
15 minutes. Flatten on a floured surface and roll to 1 inch thick. Cut
into strips 12 inches by 1 inch.
Roll each strip to 1/2 inch thick and cut in half. Pinch ends together
and seal to form circle. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes. Preheat oven
to 375F. Put a little salt and sugar into the gallon of water and bring
to a boil. Boil 4 bagels at a time for 7 minutes per batch, turning over
halfway through cooking. Remove with slotted spoon, and place on an
ungreased baking sheet.
Sprinkle tops with poppy seed, sesame seed, coarse salt or chopped
dried onion if desired. Bake at 375F for 30 minutes.
