I like to use a stand mixer for making the masa, as it is easier on my arms and incorporates enough air to make the masa nice and light. However, you can mix it by hand -- as my Oma Lena did -- or use ...

How to make tamales: Recipe from Cantina Laredo: Chicken Filler: 1. In a saucepan measure and add, water, onions, garlic, bay ...

Virginia Hernandez’s tamales are considered the best by her friends and family. She makes them with pork, poblano peppers or chicken. There are even the more distinct ones called sweet tamales – or ...