National Bagel Day

Bagels are a type of bread that originated in Poland and are now popular all over the world. They are a round-shaped bread with a hole in the center, similar to a doughnut. Bagels are typically dense and chewy, with a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. The traditional method of making bagels involves boiling the dough in water before baking it. This process gives bagels their distinctive texture and flavor. Once boiled, the bagels are baked in an oven until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, while still chewy on the inside. Bagels are often served toasted and topped with cream cheese, butter, jam, or smoked salmon. They can also be used in sandwiches or as a base for pizza or bread pudding. In addition to the traditional plain bagel, there are many different flavors of bagels available, including sesame, poppy seed, cinnamon raisin, and everything bagels (which are topped with a combination of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion, and garlic). Bagels can also be made with different types of flour, such as whole wheat or rye, and can be sweetened with honey or molasses.