Pita Bread

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   ["Basic Steps: Proof; Mix; Knead; Rise; Portion; Rise; Bake.", "Mix yeast, sugar and 1/4 c of warm water in a small bowl.", "Set aside to proof yeast, about 10 minutes.", "In a large bowl, pour in yeast mixture, then flour, olive oil and salt.", "With a wooden spoon mix in about 1/2 cup of the remaining warm water.", "Add water a tablespoon at a time as needed to make a firm dough.", "Knead by hand for about 8-10 minutes till smooth.", "Wipe a large bowl with a little oil, add dough and cover with plastic.", "Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.", "Punch down dough and knead briefly.", "Cut into 6 equal pieces.", "Roll pieces into balls, place on a cookie sheet and cover with plastic wrap.", "Let rise till doubled again, another 20-30 minutes.", "Preheat oven to 400.", "Roll out each ball into a 6-7"" round, taking care not to pierce dough surface (or pita won't puff).", "Place rounds on a cookie sheet, brush each generously with olive oil, and bake about 5-8 minutes till tops begin to brown and pitas puff."]

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