Quasi Homemade Tamales

Quasi Homemade Tamales

We went to the Farmer’s Market this weekend for two things; cherries and tamales. It was HOT outside and we wanted to go around as quickly as possible and get what we wanted. Our Farmer’s Market is shaped in a big U, so we had to make a quick decision- Which way to start? Left or right? We chose left. In the first two stands there was a lady selling Salsa and giving out samples. My husband tried to quickly walk past her, but my nose told me to linger and look. Sure enough she was also selling Pork tamales in red chile and green chile. She gave us a sample of the tamales and for some unknown reason we only bought a half dozen. She didn’t have a sample of her green chile, so she gave us a whole burrito for free. We took it and bought another burrito for the road. We never found any cherries, but we did come away with some freshly roasted Hatch green chiles so that I can make my own Famous Green Chile. The recipe will follow one day soon. Today, you will have to settle for my Quasi Homemade Tamales.

Tamales from the Farmer’s Market- Still wrapped in their husks, unthawed

Green chile (I got mine from the Farmer’s Market, but you can get yours where you chose)

Shredded Cheese (I use a Mexican Blend)

Open the husks very carefully, trying to leave the Tamale intact. Spread with green chile, top with cheese, seal the tamale back up and bake for 15 minutes at 400*.  Serve with Spanish rice, beans, a taco and you’ll look like you’re a real pro!

You’re welcome!