MIDDLE EAST PITA BREAD 
1 1/2 tsp. dry yeast
1 c. water (wrist temperature)
1 tbsp. honey
3 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt

Dissolve yeast in water with 1 teaspoon of the honey. Let stand 5 minutes. Add remaining honey, flour and salt, mixing well with a spoon. Turn out and knead for 10 minutes, adding a little flour if sticky. Oil the mixing bowl and return dough to it, turning the dough so the top is oiled.

Cover and let rise for 1/2 hour. Punch down dough and knead for a few minutes. Divide into 6 parts and roll into round balls. Cover with a towel for 15 minutes. Roll each ball into 1/2 inch thickness and place on ungreased tray. Bake at 475 degrees for 10 minutes on lowest rack of oven until puffed and brown. Wrap breads in a towel and place in a paper bag for 15 minutes so that they don't turn into crackers.

 

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