Gorditas

1. 1

   Mix flour, salt and baking powder in large bowl.

2. 2

   Cut in shortening with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. 3

   Add hot water; stir until well blended.

4. 4

   Place dough on lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and no longer sticky.

5. 5

   (Do not overwork the dough or the gorditas will be tough.)

6. 6

   Divide dough into 12 pieces; flatten each into 5- or 6-inch circle.

7. 7

   Spray large heavy skillet lightly with cooking spray.

8. 8

   Heat on medium-high heat.

9. 9

   Add one or two gorditas; cook 1 to 2 min.

10. 10

    on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.

11. 11

    Repeat with remaining gorditas, spraying skillet with additional cooking spray as needed.

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