Best Flour Tortillas

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   Mix together the flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl. Add the lard and mix by hand until the flour resembles cornmeal.

2. 2

   Pour in the hot water a little bit at a time and mix until the dough comes together. Place it on a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, approximately 3-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle pan over medium-high heat. Break off equal-sized pieces, roll into a ball and roll into a thin, round tortilla shape. Make sure your rolling pin is well floured.

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   Place on the hot skillet, cook until bubbly, flip and repeat twice. Wrap cooked tortillas with a towel or put in a tortilla warmer.

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   Makes approximately 24 tortillas.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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