Handmade Corn Tortillas

In our travels we once stayed on a property owned by a sweet Mexican family. One bright morning we looked out and saw the mom making handmade tortillas. She had a station set up outside, her dough in a bowl, would take some out, press it in her hands and make her family the tortillas needed for that day. It was such a warm archetypal motherly feeling when watching her. I've tried my hand at tortillas and have had success but they are typically not very circular. Thankfully, one day, I was buying fruits and vegetables and my husband said he'd be back. Later that day he surprised me with a tortilla press made in MX! It makes the process so much easier and they turn out perfectly! You can find the recipe on the back of bag usually, the simple recipe I use is below. I can't help but think of that family and that fine morning when I make tortillas!
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16 Handmade Corn Tortillas:

• 2 Cups Harina de Maiz (Corn Flour)
• 1 1/2 Cups to 2 Cups Very Warm Water
• Opt: 1/4 tsp Baking Soda for a little lift

Peaceful Preparation:

1. Mix the water and harina de maiz together in a large bowl. Set aside 5 minutes.
2. Knead well for 3-5 minutes. Roll into 14-16 golf-sized balls, press between hands slightly.
3. Use two pieces of wax paper or a plastic bag with a slit cut down the side. Place a piece of wax pepper on the base of a tortilla press, place a ball that has been slightly pressed on top and cover with the other piece of wax paper. Press down, perfect!
4. Heat a cast iron skillet or your favorite pan. Heat tortillas for 30 seconds to 1 minute each side.
5. Place in a tortilla warmer or a plate covered with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.

See the Enchilada Recipe to put these to use! :)