1 tbsp. dry yeast
1 c. warm water
1 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. salt
2 3/4 c. whole wheat flour
2 qts. water

Sprinkle yeast over warm water. Stir in honey, salt and 1 1/4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in remaining flour. Knead for 10 minutes on floured surface. Cover, let raise until double, about 15 minutes. Punch down and divide into 8 equal portions. Shape each piece into a smooth ball; punch hole in the center and pull gently to enlarge hole and make uniform shape. Let raise 20 minutes.

Heat 2 quarts water to boiling in large kettle, reduce heat. Add 4 bagels. Simmer 7 minutes (turning once). Drain on kitchen towel. Repeat with remaining bagels. If desired, sprinkle bagels with chopped onion, poppy seeds, sesame seeds. Bake until brown 30-35 minutes.