Bagels 3

Ingredients

4 1/2 c all purpose flour
4 tb sugar
1 tb salt
2 packages yeast
2 tb margarine
1 egg
1 water
1 1/2 cups flour
3 tbs sugar
1 tbs salt
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup flour
1 water over low heat to a simmer
3 smooth balls
1 hole in

Instructions

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.