Bagels

Name: Bagels
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 10
Ingredients: Ingredients; 4 cups bread flour; 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C); 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp); 1 tbsp sugar; 2 tsp salt; 1 tbsp malt syrup or honey; 1/4 cup baking soda (for boiling); Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, etc.