How to Make Tamales

"Americans usually think tamales are filled with meat and wrapped in a dried corn husk," says chef Alex Stupak. "But I've seen them both sweet and savory, with fillings and without, and wrapped in fresh corn husks, corn leaves and banana leaves." Here, easy steps to making tamales at home.

Check out the slideshow above to learn how to make tamales.

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