Monday, November 21, 2016

Homemade Flour Tortilla

from the kitchen of Sandi Taft

serves 12 6-inch tortillas

2 c. all purpose flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3 T. lard, oil, shortening, or bacon grease
3/4 c. water

Mix flour, salt, and baking powder together with fork. Add shortening and continue to mix into crumbs.

Make a well in the center of the flour mix and add the water. Slowly mix until dough forms. Place dough on a floured surface and knead for several minutes until dough is smooth.  Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Divide dough into quarters and then each quarter into thirds for a total of 12 portions.

Roll each portion into a 6-7 inch circle.

Cook the tortillas in a skillet over medium-high heat for about two minutes on each side or until puffed and lightly browned.

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