Pita bread can form the basis for a sandwich.
Pita bread is a Middle-Eastern flatbread, sometimes known as pocket bread. The round breads are hollow in the middle. Cut the bread in half down the middle and you have two pockets you can fill in a variety of ways. Pita bread is sold in white and wheat varieties. You can purchase pita bread at most supermarkets, or make your own.
Sandwiches
The pita pocket holds all the filling in, making pita bread sandwiches less messy to eat. You can make a pita bread sandwich with traditional fillings such as ham and cheese or peanut butter and jelly, or experiment by filling a pita with salad, leftover casserole or chicken or egg salad. Don't stuff the pockets too full or the pita bread can split and you'll have a mess after all.
Chips
Toasted pita chips make a sturdy base for dips and sauces. Cut pita bread in half, then into triangles with sharp scissors. Brush each piece with cooking oil on both sides and bake in an oven preheated to 375 degrees. Bake about 12 minutes or until the pita bread begins to brown on the edges. Remove the pita triangles from the oven. While they are still warm, sprinkle them with salt or other seasonings.
Pizza
Make sturdy individual pizzas from pita bread. Leave the round bread intact and place it on a cookie sheet. Spread pizza sauce over the pita and add the toppings you like. Top with grated mozzarella cheese. Broil the pita pizza for two to three minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbling. Older children can make their own pizzas for snacks, or let kids or adults make their own pizzas from an assortment of ingredients at a party.
Scoops
You don't need a spoon when you've got pita bread. Use pitas to scoop up beans, chili, rice or other dishes. Tear the pita bread into quarters and scoop the filling of your choice into the center between the top and bottom of the pocket.
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