Tortillas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 c. flour
4 level tsp. baking powder
3 1/2 level tsp. salt
12 level tsp. shortening
2 1/4 to 2 1/2 c. warm water

Preparation

Combine dry ingredients, add shortening and blend well.
Add from 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 cups warm water, a portion at a time.
Knead well, shape into small balls, flatten and roll out with a rolling pin.
Place in a skillet that has been preheated to medium hot. Keep covered.
Makes 4 to 5 dozen.