How to Make Flour Tortillas: A Video
By: Leah Rodrigues
Published: October 8, 2011

Flour tortillas have become a staple in American homes.  Whether it's to make a quick quesadilla or a wrap for lunch, it's always good to have some on hand.  You can always go to the store and buy a pack but the flavor of fresh homemade tortillas just doesn't compare.  Learn how to make them at home by watching this video.

Comments:
Katrina
October 8, 2011

Is the secret using veg shortening?? Can butter be used in it's place or does that give a totally different sort of texure???
Leah Rodrigues

Traditionally lard or manteca  is used to make tortillas.  Since shortening and lard are similar in texture it is a better replacement then butter.
WGC

I hardly ever use flour tortillas. Is there an equally helpful video for corn tortillas?
Leah Rodrigues

Great question, click on this">http://www.foodista.com/blog/2011/07/11/how-to-make-fresh-corn-tortillas">link to check out a previous post I did on corn tortillas.  Hope it helps!