Aunt Blanche's Flour Tortillas

 

Aunt Blanche brought this original Native American recipe back with her from New Mexico. Instead of a rolling pin, the Indians would pat the tortillas out on their upper legs.

 

6 cups flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

2 teaspoons salt

½ cup shortening

 

Add warm water to make a stiff dough. Divide dough into 18 pieces and roll out. Fry in a medium-hot pan (no oil) or bake in a frying pan. Makes about 18.