Homemade Flour Tortillas
['2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour', '1 teaspoon salt', '1/2 teaspoon baking powder', '1/3 cup vegetable shortening', '1/3 cup hot water', 'or as necessary']
1. Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Add the shortening and hot water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 16 pieces and shape each into a ball (these are called testales). On a floured surface, using a floured rolling pin, roll out each ball to a 6-inch circle.
3. Heat a griddle until hot. Place a tortilla on the griddle and cook until the bottom is lightly browned in spots, 1 to 2 minutes; the tortilla will puff up. Turn and cook until lightly browned in spots on the second side. Place in a towel-lined basket and cover with the towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining tortillas. Serve immediately.
For extra flavor and crunch, add 1 cup finely chopped pecans to the dough, mixing thoroughly.
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