Sourdough Bagels

Instructions

1. 1

   Add flour, salt, oil, and water (and egg if desired) to the starter.

2. 2

   Knead well. Cover and let rise for 3 hours in a warm place in an oiled bowl.

3. 3

   Knead again and shape into rings by rolling dough like bread sticks and pinching ends together, or roll out 1/2 inch thick with a rolling pin and cut with a doughnut cutter. Let rise for 1 1/2 hours.

4. 4

   Drop bagels into a large pot of boiling water (2 or 3 at a time). When they rise to the surface turn them over and boil 1 minute longer.

5. 5

   Put boiled bagels on an oiled baking sheet. Brush with oil or beaten egg mixed with water.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 minutes or until golden brown.