Bagel Bagel Bites

Don't waste those day-old bagels! Use them for these irresistible bagel bites!

Serves: 12 dozen pieces
Prep Time: 2 to 3 hours
Dish Type: 7

Ingredients

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4 	Day-old bagels
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1 tsp. 	Sea salt
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½ tsp.	Freshly ground black pepper
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½ tsp.	½ cup Malt vinegar, cider vinegar or white vinegar

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Directions

Cut bagels across into slices about ¼ inch thick and spread out on a cutting board.

In a bowl, combine salt, pepper and vinegar, stirring to dissolve salt. Brush over both sides of bagel slices. Cut each slice into 6 wedges.

Place bagel wedges on mesh drying trays. Dry at 155°F for about 2 hours or until firm and crisp. Let cool completely on trays or on wire racks. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months.