Step 1

Mix the yeast into 1 cup warm water and allow it to get foamy for about 20 minutes.

Step 2

Measure the flour, sugar, salt, oil and remaining water in a large bowl.

Step 3

Pour the yeast and water into the flour mixture and knead until smooth, adding more water if needed.

Step 4

Move the dough to a clean surface and divide into 8 pieces.

Step 5

Allow the pieces to rest for 10 minutes, and then roll each piece into a rope, joining at the end to form a ring.

Step 6

Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees and bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 7

Boil the bagels for 1 minute, flip and boil for one more minute.

Step 8

Remove bagels from water and add toppings if you like (sesame seeds, salt, or poppy seeds would all be tasty)

Step 9

Bake your bagels for 20 minutes or so, until brown and crispy.