5 lb. all purpose flour
2 env. dry yeast
5 c. lukewarm water, approximately
2 tbsp. salt
1/2 tsp. sugar; optional

Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water. Set aside. Add sugar at this point.

In a large pan mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture. Gradually add the water, mixing and kneading until dough is smooth. (This dough has to be firm enough to roll with a rolling pin.) Cover with a towel and put in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until the dough rises.

Cut dough into sections the size of an orange. Form balls by tucking the dough underneath the make the round and smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes between the towels.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out balls to 7 inch diameter. Let rise for 1 hour covered with cloth. Preheat oven to 450-500 degrees. Then bake 5-10 minutes until bottom is light brown. Broil top for 1/2 minute until light brown.

Makes 20-24 loaves of Arabic Bread.