Reconstitute Stale and Dry Bagels by Soaking in Hot Water Before Toasting
If you’ve accidentally left your bagels to dry out and dry up, this method of toasting will make them just as tasty as before.
Obviously, the best way to avoid a dry and stale bagel is to store it properly in an airtight container or in your own bag , but accidents do happen. If your bagels seem to crack the kitchen tiles if you drop them, Serious Eats’ J. Kenji Lopez-Alt invites you to take a warm bath before toasting. Dip the crusty bagel in a bowl of hot water, then toast it whole in a toaster or conventional oven at 375 ° F for four to five minutes. Then cut and mix as much as you like.
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