Sisters for Yah

1.  In large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour and yeast.  Mix water, 3 T. sugar and salt together, and add to dry ingredients.  Beat with a mixer for half a minute at low speed, scraping the sides of the bowl clean.  Beat at a higher speed for 3 minutes.  Then, by hand, mix in enough flour to make a moderately stiff dough.

2.  Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes).  Cover; let rest for 15 minutes.

3.  Cut into 12 portions, shape into smooth balls.  Poke a hole in the center with your finger, and gently enlarge the whole while working the bagel into a uniform shape.  Cover; let rise 20 minutes.  Meanwhile, start a large pot of water boiling.  Put 1 T. sugar in it; mix it around a bit.  Reduce to simmering.

4.  When bagels are ready, put 4 or 5 bagels into the water, and cook 7 minutes.  Drain them.  Place on greased baking sheet, and bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.  Remove from oven.  Eat hot or cold.