Homemade Whole Wheat Pita Bread

1. 1

   Pour water into the bowl of an electric mixer.

2. 2

   Sprinkle yeast over water, and stir to dissolve.

3. 3

   Use the paddle attachment to mix in 1 1/2 cups flour.

4. 4

   Cover bowl; let sit in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, until dough has doubled in bulk.

5. 5

   Sprinkle salt over flour and yeast mixture, and add olive oil and remaining 1 1/2 cups flour.

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   Mix on medium-low speed until dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.

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   Transfer dough to a floured work surface, and knead about 10 turns, forming a ball.

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   Place in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap.

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   Let rise in a warm place until dough has doubled in bulk, about 1 1/4 hours.

10. 10

    Heat oven to 450F

11. 11

    Turn dough out onto a board, and cut in half.

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    Cut each half into four pieces, and form each piece into a ball.

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    Cover them loosely with a piece of plastic wrap to keep the dough from drying out.

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    On a floured work surface, roll two balls into circles 7 inches in diameter and slightly less than 1/4 inch thick.

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    Bake on an ungreased baking sheet until puffed and light brown, 6 to 8 minutes.

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    Repeat, baking two pita breads at a time.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.