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You don't need any fancy equipment or even baking skills.
The entire process takes about two hours, but half of that time is just waiting for the dough to rise. You don't need any fancy equipment. You'll use your hands for kneading, a rolling pin (or wine bottle) to flatten the dough, and a heavy-bottomed baking vessel.
You can use entirely all purpose flour, but I decided to use a mix of whole wheat and AP flour.
You can add a bit more flour as needed, but the dough should feel slightly sticky and moist, not overly floured.
Depending on the temperature in your kitchen, this might take more than an hour. Remember: dough rises quicker in a warm setting, so move your dough to a warmer place to expedite the process.
I used a ceramic pizza stone to bake my pita because it's great at retaining heat, but you can use a simple baking sheet. Just make sure to get it very hot before baking.