Bagels

These homemade bagels are a warm embrace of chewy goodness, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Topped with sesame or poppy seeds, they bring a delightful crunch to your morning routine.

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• to taste tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds

Method

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Add in the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. 4

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the baking soda to the boiling water.

6. 6

   Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a bagel. Boil each bagel for about 30 seconds on each side, then place them on a baking sheet.

7. 7

   Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on top of each bagel before baking.

8. 8

   Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.