Pita!!

1 packet of active dry yeast

1/2 cup warm water (105*-110*)

3 cups of flour

1 1/4 teaspoon of salt

1 teaspoon ganulated sugar

1 cup (luke)warm water

Mix flour and salt and set aside.

To activate the yeast add the half cup of tempered water to it along with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir until dissolved. Let it sit and foam for 10-15 minutes.

Mix the foamy mixture with the flour mixture, also slowly add in the lukewarm water and mix.

Once fully incorporated knead the dough on a very floured surface for 15 minutes until the dough is like elastic.

Roll the dough into a ball and let proof until double in a greased container.  

Once it has proofed divide the dough into 10-12 portions and roll them into balls. Let those sit about 15 minutes.

PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 500*

Roll the dough balls out flat, about 1/4 inch thick about 4-6 inches wide, into a circle. Bake about 4-5 minutes on each side and let cool.

 

Your pita will puff up and resemble a pillow    

                                                                            if done right. They're hollow on the inside 

                                                           hence the name "pita pocket".

Along side peanut butter or hummus, or filled with meat and cheese, these little buns take the cake!