"These Mexican Tamales are perfect for any occasion! Follow this easy step-by-step recipe (with pictures!) to whip up some delicious homemade beef tamales!..."
INGREDIENTS
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16 corn husks plus one extra husk to make "tie" strips
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sliced olives
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2 to 3 pounds beef chuck or beef roast, cut into 2 inch cubes
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4 cloves garlic
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1 bay leaf
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1 onion quartered
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salt & pepper to taste
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2 1/2 cups masa mix (I used Maseca Brand)
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1 cup vegetable shortening or lard
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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2 1/2 cups broths reserved from cooked beef
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7 dry guajillo peppers
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3 dry ancho chile peppers
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4 dry chiles de árbol
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1 onion peeled and cut into quarters
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6 garlic peeled
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salt to taste
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broth from the chile peppers