World'S Greatest Pita Bread

1. 1

   Combine the yeast, sugar and water. Let stand until foamy.

2. 2

   Add the oil, salt, water and flour 1 cup at time until a dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead until smooth.

4. 4

   Place in a sprayed bowl. Cover with a damp towel. Let rise 2 hours.

5. 5

   Punch down. Return to bowl. Cover. Let rest 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Knead briefly. Divide into 12 pieces.

7. 7

   Roll out each into a 4-6 inch circle.

8. 8

   Place on sprayed wax paper, then cover with more sprayed wax paper.

9. 9

   Let rest 30 minutes.

10. 10

    Heat a dry iron skillet over medium heat.

11. 11

    Cook each pita about 3 minutes each side or until puffed and speckeled.

12. 12

    Wrap each in foil when done.

13. 13

    Serve warm.

14. 14

    WOW!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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