Syrian Manoushi Bread

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   Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl and add the yeast and salt.

2. 2

   Dissolve the sugar in the warm water and dribble it into the dry ingredients until they absorb enough to make a sticky dough, how much water is required will entirely depend upon your flour.

3. 3

   Mix in the olive oil and use your hands - or the dough hook on your electric mixer - to knead the dough until it is smooth and silky. It will take about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Lightly oil the ball of dough and put it into a bowl.

5. 5

   Cover and leave in a warm place to rise for 2 hours, by which time it should have at least doubled in size.

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   Knock the air out of the dough, then tip it out onto a floured work surface. Cut the dough into12 portions, then lightly flour each one and put them on a tray, covered, for another 10 minutes.

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   When ready to cook, roll each portion out to a 15 cm (6 in) circle and cover with the topping of your choice.

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   Bake in a hot oven (450 -500f) until done to your liking.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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