Easy Homemade Tortillas

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   Mix dry ingredients well by hand.

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   Add oil and knead together by hand.

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   Add warm water gradually while kneading, until dough starts to stick to itself a bit.

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   If you add too much water, just add a bit more flour to keep soft.

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   Dough should be soft and smooth; not too sticky.

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   Once it is kneaded well, roll into small balls.

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   Line a counter top with plastic wrap.

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   Place ball in middle and press rolling pin against it to flatten.

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   Commence rolling dough into flat circles.

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    In order to achieve the thinnest possible tortilla: Roll it; then flip it over, rotating it clockwise.

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    Roll again.

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    Do this repeatedly until tortilla is at desired thickness and size.

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    I like mine thin, so I do this many times.

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    Next, cook rolled tortilla masa on an open skillet.

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    Flip it over and cook on each side for about 30 seconds (or until slight brown spots start to appear).

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    Serve with butter or your favorite cheese!

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    enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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