Ingredients (makes 4 bagels):

-1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour

-2 teaspoons baking powder 

-1/4 teaspoon sea salt

-1 cup 2% cottage cheese - blended (excess liquid strained well; I like Good Culture)

-1 egg white (or 1 large egg, beaten) to brush the top of the bagels before baking

-Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic flakes, dried onion flakes

Instructions:

-Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place parchment paper or a silpat on a baking sheet. If using parchment paper, spray with avocado oil to avoid sticking.

-Brush on the egg

-Bake on the top rack of the oven for 25 minutes. Let cool at least 15 minutes before cutting; this step is a must.

Macros: 164 cal, 28g carbs, 9g protein, 1g fat