2 c. all purpose flour, unbleached
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. warm water
Additional shortening
Additional flour

Combine 2 cups flour, salt, baking powder in a medium bowl. Rub in shortening with your fingers until evenly mixed. Gradually stir in enough water to make a soft dough. Divide dough into quarters. Divide each quarter into 4 equal parts. You will have 16 pieces. Shape each piece into small bowl. With your hand smooth additional shortening over each ball. Let stand 10 minutes. Preheat an ungreased, large heavy skillet over medium heat. Shape each ball into a flat, round patty. Sprinkle both sides with flour. On a lightly floured surface roll out each patty to a 6 to 8 inch circle. Place tortilla in preheated griddle. Cook until bubbles form on top and undersides are flecked with brown. Turn tortilla and press down bubbles with a towel. Serve immediately or wrap.