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Seasoning a Clay Comal

Seasoning a Clay Comal

Can you tell me where to buy a clay comal? I bought one in Santa Fe several years ago, used it happily until my daughter-in-law put it on a very hot burner and it cracked.... (Continue reading)

Masa: How to Make

Masa: How to Make

Photo: Laurie Smith, www.lauriesmithphotos.com   Many centuries ago Mexican cooks discovered that as good as corn is when eaten fresh or dried, it takes on an exciting new identity when treated with a solution of wood ashes, burnt seashells, or... (Continue reading)

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Corn for Masa, Tamales and other masa products.

Corn for Masa, Tamales and other masa products.

It constantly amazes me just how many people are into tamales these days.  My how-to video Tamales 1-2-3 has had over 72,000 viewers,   the recipes with the most hits in my new recipe section are for tamales and there are... (Continue reading)

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