Baked Totopos
Time 30 minutes
Yields Makes 12 ounces
(Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)
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Turn thick-cut stale tortillas into homemade totopos for making chilaquiles. Laying out the tortillas overnight at room temperature helps remove moisture and makes them sturdier for baking, and maximizes their crunch. Totops can be baked, or fried.
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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In a large bowl, toss the tortilla wedges with oil, and season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Working in batches, transfer tortillas in a single layer onto baking sheets. Bake, until the tortillas are lightly browned and crispy, 10 to 12 minutes.
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