Emeril's Corn Tortillas

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and lard.
2. 2
   Mix well.
3. 3
   Stir in the water.
4. 4
   **The dough should be slightly wet.
5. 5
   Form the dough into a smooth ball.
6. 6
   Divide the dough into 12 pieces.
7. 7
   Place a little water on the hands and form the dough into small balls.
8. 8
   Place the balls on a piece of parchment paper (12 inches by 8 1/2 inches).
9. 9
   Using your hands, flatten the dough and form into a flat circle.
10. 10
    Place a piece of plastic wrap over the circle.
11. 11
    Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a 6 1/2 to 7 inch circle and 1/8 inch thick.
12. 12
    In a medium non-stick skillet, over medium heat, brown the tortillas for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
13. 13
    Remove and place between two sheets of parchment paper.
14. 14
    Repeat the above process with the remaining dough.
15. 15
    Serve warm.