1.   Ayala, who Liberto has since lost track of, came up with the idea of frying the tortillas on site.

2.   Continue until all tortillas are fried.

3.   Fry tortillas one at a time, turning once, until golden brown and crisp on both sides.

4.   Fry more tortillas in same manner, adding oil as needed.

5.   Fry the bread slices on both sides until browned, then fry the tortillas until crisp, adding more oil as needed.

6.   Fry tortillas until crisp and lightly browned.

7.   To fry tortilla strips, heat vegetable shortening in a medium saucepan until hot, but not smoking.