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Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, 1 tablespoon salt and yeast.
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Heat 1 1/2 cups water and margarine to 120u00b0 to 130u00b0.
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Add to dry ingredients; beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
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Add 1/2 cup flour; beat at high speed 2 minutes.
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Stir in more flour to make a stiff dough.
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On floured board, knead 8 to 10 minutes.
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Set in greased bowl; turn to grease top.
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Cover; let rise in warm draft-free place 1 hour.
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Punch dough down, cover and let rest 15 minutes.
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In a large skillet heat 1 inch water over medium low heat to simmer; add remaining sugar and salt.
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Divide dough into 12 pieces; shape 3 pieces into smooth balls.
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With floured finger poke a 1-inch hole in each.
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Drop bagels into simmering water.
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Cook 3 minutes.
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Turn and cook 2 minutes.
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Turn again; cook 1 minute more.
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Drain on towels.
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Repeat shaping and cooking rest of dough.
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Place on greased baking sheet.
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Mix egg white and 1 tablespoon water; brush on bagels.
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Sprinkle with coarse salt, sesame, caraway or poppy seed if desired.
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Bake at 375u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes.
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Remove from sheet and cool.
