Pita Bread

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Pita Bread

3 1/2 cups (875 ml) all-purpose flour
1 cup (350 ml) water
1 Tbs (15 ml) olive oil
2 tsp (10 ml) salt
1 1/2 tsp (7 ml) instant yeast

Combine all ingredients in an electric food processor or mixing bowl and mix, adding a little more water or flour if necessary to form a firm, slightly sticky ball. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 1 minute. Place in a greased bowl, cover loosely with a towel, and allow to rise until doubled in volume, about 2 hours. Punch down the dough and divide into 6 to 12 pieces. Keep all pieces lightly floured and covered. Flatten each piece of dough into a disk from 6 to 8 inches (15 - 20 cm) in diameter. Working in batches of 3 to 4, lightly flour each disk and place on a baking stone (preferable) or baking sheet that has been heated in a preheated 500F (260C) oven. Bake and remove from the oven after they have puffed up, about 3 minutes. Some may not puff up, but will still be fine. Makes 6 to 12 pitas.

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