Classic Kettle‑Boiled Bagels

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   In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour and the yeast. Stir together the water, 3 tablespoons sugar, and the salt; add this to the dry ingredients. Beat with a mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping down the bowl. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 minutes. Then stir in enough flour by hand to form a moderately stiff dough.

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   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.

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   Divide the dough into 12 pieces and shape each into a smooth ball. Pierce the center with your finger and gently widen the hole while shaping the bagel evenly. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, bring a gallon of water to a boil. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and stir briefly. Reduce to a simmer.

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   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

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   When the bagels have risen, place 4 or 5 bagels into the simmering water and cook for 7 minutes, turning once. Drain.

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   Set the drained bagels on a greased baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve hot or cold.

• Calories 217.37 kcal Moderate
• Protein 7.09 g Moderate
• Carbs 41.85 g Moderate
• Total Fat 1.66 g Low Source
• Saturated Fat 0.24 g Low Source
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
• Sodium 16.33 mg Low Source
• Fiber 2.9 g Moderate
• Sugar 5.54 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 1.24 g Low Source
• Calcium 0.96 mg Low Source
• Iron 2.43 mg Moderate
• Potassium 16.15 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 2.47 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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