There may be other great bagel recipes out there, but since this one by Claire Saffitz is the first one I tried, and the bagels were beyond sublime, I'm not motivated to look much further. These were tasty, chewy, crusty, perfect New York style bagels right from my own oven. Much easier than one might think. Just get all the right ingredients, set up an organized mise en place, and follow her very clear directions (especially when you demistify the process by watching her video). The best bagel I have ever eaten--and I grew up in New York! 

Claire Saffitz is a pastry chef, food writer, and host on her own YouTube channel.

Claire's Bagel Recipe* -- plan ahead, since they require an overnight rising--and have fun!
​* If The NY Times does not give you access, try this [click here].  

Claire's Bagel Video -- the most effective instructional video I have ever seen on any subject.

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