South American Cooked Masa

• 4 cups chicken stock (pork, beef, or veggie stock may be used instead)
• 6 cups masa harina (such as Maseca para tamales)
• 3 cups butter, melted (can use margarine or lard if you prefer)
• 2 teaspoons salt

1. Mix the stock and masa harina in a large bowl with a heavy wooden spoon.
2. Add the melted butter and the salt, mixing well.
3. Transfer the mixture to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, and place over medium-high heat.
4. Stir constantly, bringing mixture to a low boil.
5. Keep stirring for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes heavy and dense.
6. Use for your preferred tamal recipe.

chicken, masa harina, butter, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/south-american-cooked-masa-318432 (may not work)