TORTILLAS 
2 c. La Pina flour
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. lard or shortening
1/2 c. water

Measure flour and salt into bowl. Cut in lard thoroughly. Add water and stir with a fork until dough almost cleans side of bowl. Turn dough onto slightly floured board; knead until smooth, 15-20 times.

Divide into 12 equal parts. Roll each part into 7 inch circle. Bake on hot ungreased griddle 1/2-1 minute on each side or until bubbles are golden brown. Serve hot or cool, wrap and store in refrigerator or freezer. Makes 12 tortillas.

 

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