Ingredients
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5 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons shortening
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 ½ cups boiling water
Directions
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Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in large bowl. Cut in shortening to resemble cornmeal. Add water slowly, mixing with your hands to make a soft dough. You may not need all the water.
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Knead a few minutes on floured surface until smooth and elastic. Lubricate top with oil, put back in bowl and let rest, covered for 10 minutes.
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Divide into small balls the size of golf balls and proceed to roll out into size and thickness you prefer.
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Cook on top of stove over medium heat using a cast iron grill or heavy skillet until top is slightly bubbly then turning on opposite side for a minute or two.
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Keep stacked and warm inside a clean dish towel.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
42 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
8g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 60 | |
Calories 42 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
Sodium 26mg | 1% |
Total Carbohydrate 8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Protein 1g | 2% |
Calcium 11mg | 1% |
Iron 1mg | 3% |
Potassium 11mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.