Recipes

Directions

1.

Mix flour, shortening, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

2.

Gradually stir in water until crumbly dough forms.

3.

Work with hands until dough holds together.

4.

on a floured board, shape into a ball and knead until smooth.

5.

Divide dough into 12 roughly equal parts.

6.

roll into sphere and let stand for 15 minutes.

7.

Use a rolling pin to flatten into 8 inch circles.

8.

Cook on ungreased griddle on medium heat, to cook, when it starts to bubble, flip it over, when it starts to bubble, pat it down with a clean towel or spatula, when the entire tortilla starts to inflate, take it off the grill.