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Flour Tortillas




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 2 c. flour
  
• 1 tsp. salt
  
• 1 tsp. baking powder
  
• 1/4 c. shortening*
  
• 3/4 c. + 1 Tbsp. hot water
  






Instructions



1. Mix all dry ingredients together well.
   
2. Add hot water and mix well either traditionally by hand or with a heavy-duty mixer using a dough hook. When well mixed, form small portions into pillow-shaped balls and roll out on well floured surface.
   
3. Place on medium hot skillet until slightly golden brown, turning once.
   
4. Remove from skillet and let cool approximately 2 minutes for storage, or serve hot. Makes 8-10 tortillas, about 6" in diameter.
   






Final Comments


*Do not use butter flavored shortening as its ingredients change the outcome of the tortilla. They are not as fluffy.