This is a rather involved recipe with lots of step-by-step directions and photos.
I originally posted this recipe way back in 2008 when I used my crockpot everyday for a year --
and since then I've made quite a few varieties of tamales. You do not have to have them meat-filled if you'd prefer vegetarian.
You can also absolutely use whatever leftover pot roast or other meat you have in the fridge/freezer.
The meat HAS TO BE COOKED. This is not a recipe for raw meat. The slow cooker is being used to cook the masa, and heat through the filling.
If you want to keep them vegetarian, use mozzarella cheese and some canned chile peppers.
Do not be intimidated --- I *promise* it's not all that hard, and it's a really fun activity to do with your family.
Enjoy!! Happy Slow Cooking!!
have a great afternoon, and a very happy weekend (😀)
steph
