Pita Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast and sugar in 1/2 cup lukewawrm water and let rise about 10 minutes in warm place.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, place the flour, salt and yeast mixture.
3. 3
   While stirring, gradually add the remaining water.
4. 4
   Lightly flour working surface and knead dough until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).
5. 5
   Let rise in towel-covered bowl in warm place until doubled in size (about 2 hours).
6. 6
   Knead again for a few minutes.
7. 7
   Divide in about 20 balls and shape each one into pita form (about 1/2-inch thick) on floured board.
8. 8
   Place pitas on cloth-covered table, slightly apart, and cover with second cloth.
9. 9
   Let rise again (about 1 hour).
10. 10
    Bake several minutes in a preheated 425° oven until golden brown. Yield:
11. 11
    20 pitas.