NYC Bagels

NYC Bagels Bagels originated from the polish Jewish community from the 16th century. Earlier reports of a boiled then baked bread refer to “ka’ak” from a 13th century Arabic cookbook.  Bread / Side MAKES 8 20 mins CookingPLUS 10 min for preparation 180ºC Ingredients 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (6g) 5 teaspoons granulated sugar 1.25 cups…

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Soft Pretzels

Yeild8-12 pretzels Time & temp30 mins prep. 12-15 mins cook. 180ºC.   Ingredients 1 and 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water (lukewarm- no need to take temperature) 1 packet active dry or instant yeast (2 and 1/4 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon canola oil 4 cups plain flour Cinnamon…

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Pizza dough

Yeild3-5 pizzas Time & temp15 mins prep. 1-4 hour for rising.    Ingredients 4 Pizzas with Polenta Expand 1/2 cup boiling water 1 & 1/2 cup cold water 2 Pinch of caster sugar 3 teaspoons (9g) dried yeast 2/3 cup Polenta 4&2/3 cups plain flour, plus extra for dusting 2 teaspoon salt 80ml (1/3 cup)…

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