Flour Tortillas

• 2 cupsall-purpose flour, or 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour and 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tspbaking powder
• 1/2 tspsalt
• 2 tbspvegetable oil
• 1/2 cupwater, warm, 105 to 110 °F

quantities scale with servings

Method

1. 1

   Wash hands with soap and water.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Add oil and mix until crumbly.

4. 4

   Start with 1/2 cup of water and add 1 tablespoon at a time until mixture forms a loose crumbly ball.

5. 5

   Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 6 to 8 times or until smooth.

6. 6

   Divide into 10 balls. Roll each piece into an 8 inch circle.

7. 7

   Heat a 12 inch dry skillet over medium-high heat. Place one tortilla at a time into skillet and cook until light brown spots appear on bottom. Turn over and cook on other side until lightly browned.