TORTILLAS Mila Cutler

9 cups flour

2 Tablespoons salt

2 Tablespoons baking powder

1 cup shortening

3 ½ - 4 cups warm water

Combine the dry ingredients in bowl. Add the shortening and knead until the mixture has a gritty texture.

Add water a little at a time and knead the dough until it forms a ball.

Divide your dough into small balls. With a rolling pin, roll the ball into a circle. The tortilla should be thin.

Cook the tortilla on a hot griddle (comal). Cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes or until light brown.

Makes about 4 dozen tortillas.

Note: Serve with beans, cheese, meat, or you may add butter, cinnamon and sugar.