I looked at several recipes online, watched a few youtube videos, then found a recipe I thought sounded quick and delicious, then, during the process of making them, ended up tweaking the recipe just a bit.
Flour Tortillas
4 cups flour
1 tsp salt (I added another 1/4 tsp)
2 tsp baking powder
2 TBS lard (I used 4 TBS shortening)
1 1/2 cups water (I used warm water)
Whisk the dry ingredients together then add the lard/shortening, mixing with your fingers until the dough is slightly crumbly (this step is why I don't have step by step pics, maybe next time if Sandy is home...). Add the water and mix until the dough comes together, then knead until smooth (I found the dough to resemble a homemade pie crust). Divide the dough into balls (I made mine about the size of a kiwi and allowed the dough to rest 5-10 minutes).
Preheat a large skillet (a griddle works well, too) over medium high heat. Using a well floured surface (I actually didn't need much flour) roll each ball until it resembles a thin, round (haha) tortilla. Place into hot skillet and cook until bubbly on top and just starting to turn golden in spots on the underside. Flip and continue on other side.
Place the tortillas in a warmer (I used a towel inside my warmer to collect any condensation). Best served immediately and warm.
These were a BIG hit with my family, Eli especially loved using them for dessert (spread a little bit of butter on one then sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on it, mmmm!). I can't claim they're authentic, nor can I say they're the best out there since I've only tried this one recipe, but I have little motivation to keep searching since we were all so pleased with this recipe.
