Homemade Bagels

1. Whisk the warm water, yeast, and 1 Tbsp brown sugar together in the bowl. 
2. Cover and allow to sit for 10 minutes. 
3. In a separate bowl mix The flour, 3 Tbsp brown sugar, and salt. 
4. Pour yeast/water mixture into dry ingredients (flour). Mix. (The dough is very stiff and will look somewhat dry.)
5. Knead the dough for 6-7 full minutes. 
6. Lightly grease a large bowl and place the dough in the bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise for 90 minutes or until double in size.
7. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. 
8. When the dough is ready, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball. Press your index finger through the center of each ball to make a hole. Loosely cover the shaped bagels with kitchen towel and rest for a few minutes as you prepare the water bath.
9. Preheat oven to 425°F 
10. Fill a large pot with water. Whisk in the honey. Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-high. Drop bagels in, 2-4 at a time, making sure they have enough room to float around. Cook the bagels for 1 minute on each side.
11. Brush the egg wash on top and around the sides of each bagel.
12. Sprinkle with toppings. 
13. Bake for 20-25 minutes.