Taco Shells

How to make Taco Shells Recipe

Ingredients:
3/4 c yellow cornmeal
1 1/4 c all purpose flour,Sifted
1 T salt
2 T shortening
1 c water,Boiling

Method:
In a small mixing bowl mix together cornmeal, flour and salt. Stir in shortening and boiling water, mix wwell.

Shape to form 12 balls. Flatten each ball between 2 sheets waxed paper to make a 5 inch circle. Bake on a hot ungreased griddle until cooked.

Place each one in hot oil about 1 inch deep and fold over with tongs. fry until crisp.