Tortillas by Esther Nelson

Method

• step 1

  1.Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in large bowl. Cut in shortening to resemble cornmeal. Add water slowly, mixing with your hands to make a soft dough. You may not need all the water.

• step 2

  2.Knead a few minutes on floured surface until smooth and elastic. Lubricate top with oil, put back in bowl and let rest, covered for 10 minutes.

• step 3

  3.Divide into small balls the size of golf balls and proceed to roll out into size and thickness you prefer.

• step 4

  4.Cook on top of stove over medium heat using a cast iron grill or heavy skillet until top is slightly bubbly then turning on opposite side for a minute or two.

• step 5

  Keep stacked and warm inside a clean dish towel.