Back to the Basics: Rooted in Tradition
We have determined that the three main focuses in our lives would be Faith, Family and Traditions. This week, we are going to bring you back to the basics by teaching you how to make your own bagels. A super simple recipe that anyone can master, that allows you to feed your family healthy food where you know exactly what ingredients are in it. Nothing is processed, and there are no extra additives. Just five simple ingredients: flour, sugar, yeast, water and salt.
We have determined that the three main focuses in our lives would be Faith, Family and Traditions. This week, we are going to bring you back to the basics by teaching you how to make your own bagels. A super simple recipe that anyone can master, that allows you to feed your family healthy food where you know exactly what ingredients are in it. Nothing is processed, and there are no extra additives. Just five simple ingredients: flour, sugar, yeast, water and salt.
Homemade Bagels:
4 cups of flour (spoon into your measuring cup, then flatten)
2 tsp of salt
1 TBSP of white sugar
2 3/4 tsp of active/quick rise yeast
1 1/2 C of warm water (between 100-110 degree F)
2 quarts of water (bagel bath mixture)
1/4 C of honey (bagel bath mixture)
Steps:
Combine the yeast with the warm water and let sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until you notice some foaming/bubbles on the surface.
While your yeast is activating, in your stand mixer add in the flour, sugar and salt. Mix briefly to incorprate the ingredients.
Add in the yeast mixture and begin to mix on medium speed with the bread hook attachment.
Continue mixing (kneading) the bread in the mixer for 6-7 minutes until the dough begins coming off the hook.
Grease a bowl with oil or non-stick spray and place the dough into the bowl. Grab a kitchen towel and rinse it under hot water and place over top of the dough. Put the bowl in a warm spot and let rest for 60-90 minutes, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Once the dough has double, punch out any air pockets, then separate the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a ball, then press an opening in the middle with your finger. Place each bagel on a tray lined with parchment paper. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest while you prepare the next step.
Prepare another baking sheet with parchment paper, and set aside.
Grab a wide pot and fill it with 2 quarts of water and 1/4 cup of honey. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Set your oven to 425 Degrees Fahrenheit.
Once boiling, place the bagels into the pot, ensuring they have room to move around. Cook each side for 1 minute.
Place the finished bagels on the other baking sheet. Paint on the egg wash mixtures on the sides and the top.
*At this step, you may season the bagels with any seasoning your prefer*
Bake in the oven for around 20 minutes, and rotate your pan halfway through.
Allow the bagels to rest for 20 minutes after they come out of the oven.
Store in an airtight container for a couple days, or in the fridge for up to one week.
