- 4 cups bread flour.
- 1 ½ tsp sugar.
- 2 tsp salt.
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast.
- 1½ cups warm water.
Directions:
1- Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water, then let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and oil with the yeast mixture. Knead by hand until a smooth dough forms.
3- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for one hour, or until it has doubled in size.
4- Divide the dough into 8 balls and shape them into round bagels.
5- Boil the bagels in water for one minute on each side, then arrange them on a baking sheet.
6- Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 20–25 minutes.