Tamales de Elote
These simple, lightly sweet tamales should be served with a drizzle of crema, a sprinkle of queso fresco and lime wedges. Using fresh corn is best, but thawed frozen corn works well, too. Slideshow: More Tamales Recipes
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Recipe Summary
Ingredients
Directions
Make Ahead
The tamales can be made through Step 5 and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Or freeze for up to 1 month. Freeze them first on a rimmed baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container to store. Thaw in the refrigerator before proceeding with the recipe.