refried beans

[Guest guest]

Hi!

I have made refried beans out of Sallys book. I would like to make large

batches and then freeze it. Has anyone done this or think it would work. Also

does anyone have a receipe for tortillas (corn or flour). I have my own wheat

that I can sprout or grind.

Thanks

Laurie

[Guest guest]

Laurie,

I found this recipe on the net a few years ago and have never gone back

to store bought after making these.

Chewy Flour Tortillas

These tortillas have real body and taste; they are perfect for gorditas,

fajitas and eating out of hand.

2 C All-purpose flour

1 and half tsp Baking powder

1 tsp Salt

1 T olive oil

three quarters cup Lukewarm milk

Stir together the flour and baking powder in a large mixing bowl. Add

the salt and oil to the lukewarm milk and whisk briefly to incorporate.

Gradually add the milk to the flour, and work the mixture into a dough.

It will be sticky.

Turn the dough out onto a surface dusted with flour and knead vigorously

for about 2 minutes (fold and press, fold and press). The kneading will

take care of the stickiness. Return the dough to the bowl, cover it with

a damp cloth, and let it rest for 15 minutes. (This dough will not rise,

but it needs a rest.)

I cook mine in a dry, cast iron skillet. I set my electric oven between

4 and 5 (with 10 being the hottest) and let the skillet get hot first.

This recipe will make about 6 good sized tortillas. I make 6 balls,

then roll them out one at a time. The time it takes to cook one is

about how long it will take you to roll out the next. It will bubble

right up in about 30 seconds, get flipped and then it's done. I put

them on a warm plate and cover them with a big pot lid to keep them warm

while I do them all.

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From: Laurie [mailto:tilly@...]

Hi! Also does anyone have a receipe for tortillas (corn or flour). I

have my own wheat that I can sprout or grind.

Thanks

Laurie