Flour Tortillas

2 1/2 C flour
1 C very hot water
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 C shortening

In a heavy duty mixer, combine flour and salt. Add in shortening and mix well until well combined. Add hot water. The heat of the water is the key so make it hot enough to melt the shortening. For best results, get relatively warm water from the tap and then heat it for 45-60 seconds in the microwave. After you add the water, the dough will start to come together. When it is fully mixed, remove from mixer and divide into portions and roll them into balls.

Preheat a non stick skillet to medium low heat. Spray with cooking spray. Press ball flat with your hand, then roll the dough into a flattened ball trying to keep the circle shape as best as possible. Place tortilla on preheated skillet. You want big fat slow bubbles, so if they are too blistery, then its too hot. After the bubbles reach their peak, flip the tortilla and cook for another 45 seconds or so. They will remain soft if they are just lightly browned.