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["Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.", "With a sharp knife, very carefully slice the bagels one at a time as thinly as possible, for 8 to 10 thin slices per bagel.", "Spread in 1 layer on the prepared sheets.", "Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.", "When oil starts to get warm, about 1 minute, remove from the heat and add the garlic and Essence.", "Let sit until the garlic perfumes the oil, about 10 minutes.", "Remove the garlic from the oil.", "With a pastry brush, lightly brush the oil on the bagel chips.", "Bake until golden brown.", "Turn and bake on the second side until just crisp, about 5 minutes.", "Remove from the oven and cool on wire racks.", "To serve, arrange the bagel chips on a platter with the creamy garlic and vegetable spread.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"
