4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
4 tbsp. shortening
1 1/2 c. warm water

Sift dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening until the mixture has the consistency of coarse sand. Add water, stirring just until the flour comes away from the sides of the bowl. Do not overmix. Cover with a damp cloth and allow to rise 1/2 an hour. Knead dough quickly, folding it over only 5 to 7 times. Roll dough on lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch or thinner. Cut into 1 x 1 inch rectangles and deep fry in 400 degrees oil, turning once, until light golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot either as an appetizer (with salsa), or as a dessert (with honey or powdered sugar).