Zingerman’s Bakehouse Bagels Recipe
Served with Zingerman’s Creamery Cream Cheese and Ari’s Pimento Cheese.
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Ingredients
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Bagel Ingredients
Method
Bagel Directions
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Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix warm water with the active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
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First Rise
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
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Shape the Bagels
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then poke a hole in the center to form a bagel shape. Place the shaped bagels on a floured surface and let them rest for 20 minutes.
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Boil the Bagels
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large pot, bring water to a boil, then add baking soda. Boil each bagel for about 1 minute on each side. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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