Whole Wheat Tortillas

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1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup water warm (110 F)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cornstarch

These tortillas are lower in saturated fat, contain no cholesterol, and are higher in fiber than traditional tortillas prepared with lard and white flour.

1. Cornstarch, for dusting the tortillas

2. Stir together the first 6 ingredients.

3. On a floured board knead until smooth.

4. Divide dough into 12 equal balls.

5. Dust lightly with cornstarch.

6. Roll into a circle as thin as possible on a lightly-floured board.

7. Drop onto a very hot ungreased griddle. Cook until brown spots appear on one side.

8. Turn and cook on second side.

Yield: 12 large tortillas
 
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