Gorditas

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, salt and baking powder in large bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Add hot water; stir until well blended.
4. 4
   Place dough on lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and no longer sticky.
5. 5
   (Do not overwork the dough or the gorditas will be tough.)
6. 6
   Divide dough into 12 pieces; flatten each into 5- or 6-inch circle.
7. 7
   Spray large heavy skillet lightly with cooking spray.
8. 8
   Heat on medium-high heat.
9. 9
   Add one or two gorditas; cook 1 to 2 min.
10. 10
    on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.
11. 11
    Repeat with remaining gorditas, spraying skillet with additional cooking spray as needed.