Italian Friselle Recipe

PREPRATION TIME:

• PREP TIME: 20 mins
• COOK TIME: 10 mins
• RESTING TIME: 45 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 1 hrs 15 mins

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 kg plain flour
• 30 grams fresh yeast
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon salt
• One tablespoon fennel seeds

DIRECTIONS:

1. Mix yeast with some warm water and let dissolve.
2. Combine all other ingredients in a large bowl then add the yeast mixture.
3. Add enough water to make a soft dough but not sticky .
4. Knead for five minutes and allow to rest for one hour while covered .
5. Turn onto a board or bench and make bagels as in the photos , allow to rest for another 45 minutes.
6. Place on tray and bake at 190c until slightly golden but not fully cooked .
7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes then slice in half with a small serrated knife.
8. Place in oven again until golden and crunchy.