Flour tortillas

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Using your hands, work in the lard until no visible pieces of fat remain.
2. Add the water, mixing to form a shaggy mass. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until a smooth, cohesive, slightly tacky dough forms, 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Divide the dough into 8 pieces (about 65g each). Gently shape each piece into a round, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes. 

4. Meanwhile, preheat a 10" to 12" nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat until a few water drops flicked on the surface sizzle and almost immediately evaporate. 

5. On a lightly floured surface, roll one piece of dough out into an 8" round (leave the other pieces covered). Using a pastry brush, lightly brush off any excess flour.