Bagels are loved throughout American, the UK, and Canada, and there has never been a better time to put a shine on these doughy delights. Sandwiched between Thanksgiving and Christmas, National Have a Bagel Day on December 11th provides a great opportunity to join the quest in search of the best bagel recipe. Homemade or store-bought dough, plain or filled, sweet or savory, discover lots of variations of the nation's favorite snack. Are you a cream cheese kind of a guy or gal, or you are looking for something a little spicier? From a classic lox or an artisanal roast beef cucumber and horseradish to a fragrant and floral lemon lavender filling, these 40 best bagel recipes will have everyone coming back for more. Do you want to get the day off to a flying start or stave off those mid-morning munchies? Don't wait for December 11th to come around - every day should be Have a Bagel Day.