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Pita bread recipe

Apr 30, 2024
Pita bread recipe.Here's a basic recipe for homemade pita bread: ### Ingredients: - 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast - 1 teaspoon sugar - 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F) - 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt - 1 tablespoon olive oil ### Instructions: 1. In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, until the mixture is frothy. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms. 3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic. 4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. 5. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven to heat up.
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