Everyday Food: Pita bread makes quick cooking flat-out easy

This simple flatbread is a lifesaver for anyone who needs to get wholesome food on the table fast. It’s good for so much more than just wraps, and can easily go in a sweet or savory direction.

When you sink your teeth into a soft pita topped with hummus or wrapped around kebabs, you are tasting the bread of antiquity, one that has remained a staple throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East. Today, it’s also available at any U.S. supermarket; the standard size is about 7 inches, though smaller ones are perfect for snacking. Some pitas have a pocket in the middle (created by steam during baking), making them ideal for sandwich fillings.

Quick ideas for pita

This story was originally published May 27, 2014 at 12:00 AM with the headline "Everyday Food: Pita bread makes quick cooking flat-out easy."