Homemade Flour Tortillas Recipe for 14 Servings

Instructions:

1. Whisk the 3 cups of flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt in a large bowl.
2. Work the 1/3 cup of fat into the flour using your fingertips. Note: Stop when the mixture looks like coarse, sandy crumbs.
3. Pour the 1 cup of hot water (150°F) into the center of the flour.
4. Stir with a sturdy spatula until a shaggy, tacky mass forms.
5. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead by hand for 2–3 minutes. Note: It should feel smooth and supple, like an earlobe.
6. Divide the dough into 14 equal sized balls.
7. Rest the dough balls covered for 30 minutes. Wait until the dough no longer snaps back when poked.
8. Heat your cast iron skillet over medium high heat until a drop of water sizzles away instantly.
9. Roll each ball into a thin circle using a rolling pin until it is nearly translucent.
10. Cook each tortilla for 30-45 seconds per side. Stop when bubbles form and mahogany spots appear.
11. Wrap finished tortillas in a clean kitchen towel immediately to steam.