Jul 14 2026
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Bread Service Recipe

Inspired by Santiago's Bodega
Time2h
Serves12

pita or sourdough rolls

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Ingredients

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Pita Bread

Method

Pita Bread

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar and yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dough

    Add olive oil, salt, and gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead Dough

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    First Rise

    Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  5. 5

    Shape Pita

    Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Divide the dough into small balls, roll them out into circles about 1/4 inch thick.

  6. 6

    Bake Pita

    Place the circles on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until puffed and lightly browned.

Sourdough Rolls

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, warm water, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 8

    Knead Dough

    Gradually add the flour until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth.

  3. 9

    First Rise

    Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 4-6 hours or until doubled.

  4. 10

    Shape Rolls

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions. Shape them into rolls.

  5. 11

    Second Rise

    Place the rolls on a baking sheet and let them rise for another hour.

  6. 12

    Bake Rolls

    Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.

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