The Making of Montreal-Style Bagels | Food Skills

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index than honey.

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

Mix bread flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, combine warm water, honey, and malt syrup.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a bagel by forming a ring with your fingers.

Boil water in a large pot and add malt syrup.

Boil each bagel for about 30 seconds on each side, then remove and drain.

Brush the bagels with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.

Place the bagels on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Cool on a wire rack before serving.

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