Pita Bread/ Flat Bread

Directions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine yeast, sugar, milk, water, salt, and olive oil. Ad flour to the liquid mixture. Mix with a large wooden spoon or by hand until the flour is incorporated.

2. 2

   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured working surface and knead for 4-5 minutes until the dough becomes smooth.

3. 3

   Brush the bowl with some olive oil and place the dough back in it. Cover the bowl with a towel, set aside in a warm place, and let it rise for about 40 minutes.

4. 4

   Transfer the dough to your working surface. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll into balls. Drizzle a little olive oil on them and cover them with plastic wrap.

5. 5

   Let the dough balls rest for 10 more minutes.

6. 6

   Preheat your griddle to medium heat.

7. 7

   Lightly oil your working surface. Place a dough ball on your working surface and flatten it with the palm of your hand. Then use a rolling pin, roll it out to a circle 6" to 8" in diameter.

8. 8

   Carefully lay the pitas on the griddle and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove them from the griddle and wrap them in a towel to keep them warm.