Pita Bread(Khubaz)

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in water. Let stand for 5 mins.
2. 2
   Stir in salt and mix in 3 c. flour to form a rough sticky dough.
3. 3
   Turn dough onto floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, adding flour if necessary.
4. 4
   Divide dough into 8 equal parts and shape each into smooth ball.
5. 5
   Flatten each slightly and roll into 5 inch circle.
6. 6
   Put rounds on baking sheets, cover with cloth and let rise 45-60 mins. or until lightly puffed.
7. 7
   Preheat oven to 450° and bake rounds 8-10 mins. or until lightly browned.
8. 8
   They will puff up while baking.
9. 9
   While still warm, put in plastic bag, leaving one end open.
10. 10
    Keeps bread moist and pliable.
11. 11
    Makes 8 loaves.