Grandma Sherrill's Bagels

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the flour, hot water, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size. (90 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Roll each piece into a ball, then gently poke a hole through the center with your finger or the end of a wooden spoon, creating a bagel shape. Stretch the hole slightly. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet and let them rest for 10-15 minutes. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Bring a large pot of water to a boil. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Gently drop the bagels into the boiling water, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Boil for 1-2 minutes per side. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the boiled bagels with a slotted spoon and place them on a clean towel to drain. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Return the bagels to the baking sheet. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. (30 minutes)

Recipe View Let the bagels cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.