Khubz 'Aadi (Pita Bread) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 teaspoons yeast
1/4 teaspoon sugar
6 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons salt

Preparation

Proof yeast with sugar, and 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl for 10 minutes, until frothy.
Add 2 cups warm water, and 1 cup of the flour. Stir until well combined.
Add salt and 2 tbsp oil, then gradually add remaining flour until dough forms a ball.
Knead until smooth and elastic, then cover and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled - about 2 hours.
Punchdown dough and divide into 16 portions, keeping dough covered.
Roll each portion into a 7\" disc, and spread out in a single layer. Keep covered and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat a pizza stone (or baking pan) in a 500*F oven.
Bake breads 2-3 at a time for 3 minutes, until golden and puffed. Place bread in a clean towel to keep warm and soft.