Pita Pocket Bread

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   Dissolve yeast in 1 cup (225 ml) lukewarm water.

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   (Reserve other 1/4 cup (60 ml) water to use later, if needed.)

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   Place flour and salt in food processor and mix for 5 seconds.

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   Add olive oil to yeast/water mixture.

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   While processor is running add the wet ingredients.

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   Process until dough forms a ball.

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   Knead on lightly floured surface for 1-2 minutes.

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   Spread additional olive oil over inside of a large bowl.

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   Place dough inside the bowl and turn over so oil covers top.

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    Spread plastic wrap on top and let rise for 1-2 hours, or until double in bulk.

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    Preheat oven to 500 degrees (250 C.).

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    Punch down dough and divide into about 12 egg-sized portions.

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    Flatten each with hand then--on lightly floured surface--roll out into 6-8 inch circles.

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    Cover cookie sheets with non-stick foil or parchment.

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    Place 2 or 3 pita rounds on cookie sheet and bake for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes.

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    Remove from oven and place pitas on wire racks to cool.

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    When cool, place in plastic bags to keep soft and fresh.

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    Cut pitas into triangles and place in a single layer on cookie sheet.

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    Spray pitas with a light coating of PAM and sprinkle--very lightly--with salt.

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    (I use Kosher salt.)

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    Bake at 400 degrees (200 C.) for about 10 minutes, or less, until crisp.

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    Remove and let cool, then store in a sealed plastic bag.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.