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MsTified via RecipeCenter.com

Serves/Makes:10 Pita Pockets

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (.9 kg). whole wheat flour
• 2 tsp (10 ml) salt
• 1/2 tbsp (7 ml) dry yeast
• 2 tsp (10 ml) brown sugar
• 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) warm water

Preparation

• Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl.
• Mix yeast and sugar with a 1/2 cup (125 ml) of warm water.
• Leave till it becomes foamy.
• Gradually pour liquid into flour mixture, adding just enough water to make a soft but not sticky dough.
• Cover with a damp cloth and leave to stand for 10 minutes.
• Knead lightly on a floured surface.
• Divide dough into 10 equal portions, knead each one slightly.
• Roll each portion into an oval about 8' X 5'.
• Place on a lightly floured baking tray.
• Brush tops lightly with oil and let rise for 1 hour.
• Bake in a preheated 475 degree (250 C.) oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
• As soon as they are removed from the oven, brush very lightly with a little water, then cool on a wire rack.

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