Flour Tortillas

Lesli Dustin

4 cups flour
2 t. salt
4 t. baking powder
2 T. shortening
1 1/2 cups warm water

In a large bowl, stir together the dry ingredients. With a pastry blender or fork, cut in the shortening. Add enough water to make a soft but not sticky dough. Knead for 5 minutes. Divide the dough into 1/4 cup (3 oz.) portions and form into balls. Roll each ball flat (about 12 in. diameter). Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Place the tortillas one at a time into the dry hot skillet; cook until brown and then turn. Keep warm in cloth towel. *Be careful not to cook too much or they won't bend easily.