Bring in the New Year with an Incredible Dinner!

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  • @KLeonardM
    @KLeonardM 20 годин тому +83

    Your face when the cake/flan came out of that bundt pan was everything. So joyful , God bless you.

  • @idemelendez
    @idemelendez 18 годин тому +24

    I’m Puerto Rican and make dry beans and rice practically every day. Yes I salt the beans first.

  • @geegee_509
    @geegee_509 19 годин тому +34

    As a Cuban I think I’m pretty qualified to say, you can add your salt prior 😊 my mom has taught me to cook beans from scratch. Never canned and we’ve always salted them.

  • @DCBriones
    @DCBriones 20 годин тому +38

    Very nice!! A couple of tips… there is a right side of the husk to use. Look for the smooth, somewhat glossy side, of the husk to put the masa on. The rough side, where you can feel the lines is dry and if you use that side the tamal can stick. Another tip… to soften the husks, use an ice chest or insulated bag and put in boiling water with the husks. You can put a heavy plate or glass pie dish to weigh down the husks, reduces the softening time. I would have liked to have seen the cooked tamales outside the husk but maybe next time 😊

    • @debrathompson2008
      @debrathompson2008 11 годин тому

      Thank You for that tip, I have been wanting to make them and never have, so I'm a bit intimidated by the whole thing.

  • @DeAnn_Davies_1227
    @DeAnn_Davies_1227 21 годину тому +17

    A woman in a small Arizona town taught me how to make tamales. She told me to add a little of the red sauce to the masa mixture. I also make red chili sauce from scratch. I add it to the meat before the tamale assembly.

  • @jacquespoulemer
    @jacquespoulemer 21 годину тому +26

    Hi Becky, It's great seeing you make tamales the old fashioned way. In Oaxaca we wrap some of our tamales (those that have mole) in banana leaves. As for the different types of corn it's very personal...you have to try them all for yourself and see which you prefer in which applications..... My favorite is the Blue, followed by the Yellow, and Red and finally the white.
    Also a bit of chicken fat wont hurt the tamales nor the fillings. Jacques Mexico

    • @jacquespoulemer
      @jacquespoulemer 20 годин тому +2

      I've never seen cheese in tamales.....I'm curious how it works out. Since tamales can steam for hours perhaps the cheese will overcook. Tamales do freeze perfectly. we freeze them uncooked.
      Although my Mexican friends insist on using lime as the acid of choice for red and green sauces, I enjoy vinegar or other citrus like lemons, grapefruit, or orange (I've never had Yuzu but that might work as well).

    • @Jaynes-Path
      @Jaynes-Path 20 годин тому +1

      I used to live in Merida and made many trips to Oaxaca. I can attest to the very delicious tamales there.

    • @jacquespoulemer
      @jacquespoulemer 20 годин тому +3

      Ah so there was a cheese problem (a tiny one). you could save the cheese for the end after they're cooked...the cheese just needs to melt a little bit. ah yes the Science of the choco-flan cake....The Cake and the Flan go to war and end up successfully occupying the other's country....the Caramel sause is the Switzerland in this scenario hehehe. Since the cake is lighter than the flan (as it cooks) it floats up to the new bottom. I'm only guessing but it sounds right.

    • @jacquespoulemer
      @jacquespoulemer 20 годин тому +1

      @@Jaynes-Path how nice. I've been here 37 years now and have always enjoyed the hospitality, great food and mild climate. All the best Jacques

    • @Nannipat72
      @Nannipat72 Годину тому

      ​@@jacquespoulemer loved this explanation 😊

  • @IYQ2-22
    @IYQ2-22 20 годин тому +12

    Also, using a metal tablespoon helps flatten the masa. Dip in water to get a smooth surface. It really helps to spread the masa.

  • @cindymartin6739
    @cindymartin6739 18 годин тому +10

    Tamales freeze beautifully. Here in New Mexico around the holidays families get together and make a big assembly line to make a large batch. It is a lot of fun.

  • @rachelprice9768
    @rachelprice9768 11 годин тому +2

    I’ve made those exact brown butter Rice Krispies but at the very end I add in some mini chocolate chips, it’s so good. I’ve also made the way you did, and put a layer of Rice Krispies down, a layer of Nutella, then the rest on top. Delicious!!!

  • @Cookingwithapril
    @Cookingwithapril 18 годин тому +14

    Well I am from the south and I have grown up on Pintos. I always salt my water and I also add in Bacon grease. It gives it such a great flavor. When I have made refried beans I cook them the same just add in more flavorful ingredients.

    • @MrsBrit1
      @MrsBrit1 6 годин тому

      Same! My great mommaws all salted their pintos and added either bacon or a ham hock. It was never an issue for their 85-95 years of life!

  • @bobbiek2960
    @bobbiek2960 20 годин тому +16

    First time making artisan bread yesterday. My neighbor always helps with our sidewalk when it snows. I sent over sausage kale tortellini soup with a loaf of fresh baked bread. Making bread today for my daughters.

    • @nantzlynn77
      @nantzlynn77 20 годин тому +7

      What a nice thing to do! Thank you for spreading kindness!

    • @bobbiek2960
      @bobbiek2960 20 годин тому +1

      @@nantzlynn77 thank you. 🥰

    • @lynnbogdanovich5284
      @lynnbogdanovich5284 15 годин тому

      That's funny. I made sausage tortellini.soup with kale this week. It was yummy!

  • @SilverHairedLady
    @SilverHairedLady 19 годин тому +8

    Chocoflan is soooo good. If you make it again, try it with a flan de queso.. it's basically the same thing but you add cream cheese to the custard. You can make it in the blender and it makes it sooo smooth.

  • @maxineroach5608
    @maxineroach5608 13 годин тому +2

    I'm 78 year old daughter of pinto bean Farmer and we salted beans after they were done. But we never put cheese in our tamales. But you do it the way you like it. Your the best cook. I watch all your videos and learn a lot when cooking different cuisine. Best wishes for the new year.

  • @Gardendreamsforme
    @Gardendreamsforme 19 годин тому +12

    In the Southwest many of us freeze our tamales prior to steaming them. This way every time we thaw them out they’re steamed prior to eating and are always fresher. I’ve steamed, cooled and then froze them but freezing them prior to steaming they’re much better.

  • @theresak4343
    @theresak4343 2 години тому +1

    A lovely gift for your friends....your time, effort, and all that planning.

  • @suzizuki
    @suzizuki 21 годину тому +10

    dry your own corn husks by stacking them between wax paper and flatten with a brick or 2 it always works. my sis made tamales for 50 yrs if you run out of corn husks use a wet paper towel to cover so it wont absorb the steam

  • @mikerawlins4199
    @mikerawlins4199 20 годин тому +16

    My wife made a brown butter bourbon rice krispy treat that was delicious !

  • @fearyfore
    @fearyfore 21 годину тому +11

    Hi, in my country we make sometimes similar to tamales called pastelle,it’s usually made around Christmas time, it utilizes basically all of the same ingredients, some people may have a slight variation depending on they likes or dislikes, it’s made with any type of minced meat, chicken, beef, lamb, turkey, pork or even seafood, or vegetarian with olives,capers, seasonings and aromatics and filled in the cornmeal mixture and wrapped in banana leaves and steamed.

    • @kouklakee
      @kouklakee 19 годин тому +2

      Oh how I love pasteles

  • @kathyaspinwall8957
    @kathyaspinwall8957 21 годину тому +7

    The pups seem to get along fine! I was wondering, I’m glad they all get along.

  • @frederica103
    @frederica103 3 години тому +1

    In my snowy Canadian morning, tamales makes me think about all of our trip to Mexico …great memories! 😀💜

  • @kittykills5854
    @kittykills5854 18 годин тому +23

    Tip with love ❤
    When you're making broth and you add your vegetables and spices if you put a steamer pan in the pot after you add the chicken and then add all of your veg and spices you can just lift them out when you're done cooking and you don't have to go through hunting for them. Been doing it for 40 years😊

    • @uberurbana4894
      @uberurbana4894 12 годин тому +1

      @@kittykills5854 I like that...anything that makes life easier. I have a very nice steamer pan that I rarely use. I will have to dig it out now.

    • @Christine005
      @Christine005 9 годин тому +1

      That's an excellent tip @kittykills5854 I'm definitely going to do that the next time a make broth. Thank you 😊

  • @JoanWakefield
    @JoanWakefield 21 годину тому +12

    Happy new year, best of everything you do. 🎉
    HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the little acre. So much fun will be starting ❤

  • @Meggs23
    @Meggs23 20 годин тому +8

    Masienda is a FABULOUS American company and producer of masa for tamales or tortillas, etc. The masa is prized by chefs around the country. Living in Southern California, we love our Mexican food and it is fantastic to support a company honoring traditional Mexican cooking and producers.

  • @veereedee
    @veereedee 17 годин тому +5

    Tamales is a family tradition for the holidays and even in the summer when we crave them. Growing up, we had an assembly line going with my mom, grandma, and aunts. We would make 50 lbs worth of tamales!

    • @Nannipat72
      @Nannipat72 Годину тому

      How many tamales do you think one person would eat? Let's say a thin person versus a big eater? That didn't seem like a lot of tamales for 6 adults. 🤔

  • @denisescruggs7367
    @denisescruggs7367 20 годин тому +4

    WOW! I've made flan many times but never a 'cake flan, and I am impressed!

  • @texasgrannieof2
    @texasgrannieof2 20 годин тому +12

    Need more lard..that makes tamales yummy..been making them over 40 years..❤

  • @Courtney02195
    @Courtney02195 20 годин тому +6

    I use my pressure cooker to cook my tamales! it takes an hour to just steam them, but it only takes 30mins to actually pressure cook them! I hope you have a fantastic day Becky!!!

  • @kbjalen27
    @kbjalen27 18 годин тому +4

    Everything looks so good, and yes, salt your beans at the beginning, that is so the beans can soak up the flavor.

  • @cynthiapm8149
    @cynthiapm8149 21 годину тому +11

    Drunken beans ( frijoles borrachos) a staple with tamales and rice. On my lazy or busy days I buy ready made pico de gallo, cooked bacon or bacon bits cut up, and a Miller Light beer. Add a clean penny at the bottom of the steamer and if it stops rattling you need to add more water

  • @katharvey7324
    @katharvey7324 16 годин тому +2

    Felicia at Grains and grit is awesome. I’ve been following her for awhile. She definitely knows all there is to know about fresh milled flour! Love her!

  • @dymphnasilva1202
    @dymphnasilva1202 18 годин тому +3

    Yes do try all the flour varieties they are delicious I made 300 tamales 🫔 this past Christmas as gifts I purchased all flour varieties but for my tamales I used the yellow flour same brand I absolutely love this brand and is so so flavorful I made Butcher Box Meats Pork Bottom, Chicken, Beef, Beans/Cheese so good. 😉

  • @cindymoore9096
    @cindymoore9096 21 годину тому +9

    If you ever get stuck without corn husks again you can also use parchment paper or sturdy greens like kale, chard, collards, etc to wrap them.

    • @theblackestbeauty
      @theblackestbeauty 20 годин тому +3

      That’s interesting. Then you could eat the whole thing. I think I’m gonna try that.

    • @IYQ2-22
      @IYQ2-22 20 годин тому +3

      Great tip!!!

    • @donnasloan894
      @donnasloan894 16 годин тому +1

      Thanks for the tip!

  • @peanutbutter35
    @peanutbutter35 19 годин тому +5

    I always cook my dried beans in my pressure cooker! Takes 30 mins and it infuses more flavor in them!

  • @aarroyo15
    @aarroyo15 21 годину тому +11

    it looks like the masa needs to be thinner. my family do a day to make tamales. there is a right way to place the masa on the corn husk use the smooth side.

  • @leesamahaffey694
    @leesamahaffey694 17 годин тому +4

    Love Chocoflan. I've made it several times. Mexican caramel "cajeta" is what I used.

  • @mon8955
    @mon8955 22 години тому +20

    Happy New Year Becky! Thank you for a 2024 that was filled with inspiration and ideas. Because of you, I started and now maintain a small veggie garden and a wild flower patch. May your 2025 be filled with as much fulfillment as you give all of us, on this channel. 🎉❤

  • @36Kbella36
    @36Kbella36 13 годин тому +1

    Iabsolutely. Love to watch you taste the food-it is so obvious when you love it-your facial expression (your eyes get big and your smile is huge)-I am so glad I found your channel- i live vicariously through your cooking-I also appreciate that I have found someone who understands the difference between content that is entertaining, helpful, engaging and so informative and you understand the importance of keeping your private life private, thank you for all your helpful tips/tricks and introducing some of us to a different way of providing for your family.

  • @1RodeoMom
    @1RodeoMom 19 годин тому +3

    Happy New Year 2025!!! It is the 7th the day this showed up for me. I have been busy today making two yeast homemade breads as the full yeast is what my husband prefers and now am stretch and folding my sourdough every 30 minutes to bake tomorrow morning after a bulk fermentation overnight for myself. We have a winter storm coming to Tx in the next couple of days so also getting prepared for that. If it rains I will bake on that day. What a busy lady you have been. May this year bless you more and more!!

  • @AlexandraAndStuff
    @AlexandraAndStuff 21 годину тому +14

    I highly recommend just getting a sillicone bundt cake pan. Saves so much stress and frustration.

    • @lorettawinters3872
      @lorettawinters3872 20 годин тому +1

      My family is from Oklahoma and Texas. Generations of my family never salted their beans
      It does make them tough.

    • @tink5265
      @tink5265 20 годин тому +3

      I didn’t have good luck with the silicone Bundt pan. Too floppy.

  • @NinaLuisi
    @NinaLuisi 20 годин тому +6

    Hi. Try Rancho Gordo for heirloom beans. They're excellent, and the next time I order, I'm going to save some out of the package and plant them to see how they do.

  • @elleven9621
    @elleven9621 18 годин тому +5

    FYI you can also pressure cook tamales ; even from frozen. 20min hp, 10 minute natural release with a cup of water

  • @pattiemoseley8752
    @pattiemoseley8752 17 годин тому +3

    Just a little hint. When working with masa, put a little finger bowl of water within reach. When the masa starts sticking to your fingers, dip your fingers in the water. 😊❤

  • @carolmain9462
    @carolmain9462 8 годин тому +1

    Becky Thank you for sharing your vlog much appreciated by us all xxxx and I kindly ask you If it is possible for you to cook a Dutch dinner for your josh and family xx

  • @barbarahernandez5191
    @barbarahernandez5191 18 годин тому +3

    Becky, I am amazed at all the things you attempt I’ve been making tamales since I was a little girl. My grandmother taught us all to carry the tradition going. We make California red chili salsa, which is the dry chili and pork, a few raisins and a green olive that’s the tradition where she comes from. I also make the green chili ones with my own green chili and that I roast in the oven and pray and we put chicken or cheese I think you’re doing a heck of a job. Keep up the good work.

  • @Wildflowerkat
    @Wildflowerkat 13 годин тому +1

    Omg we love choco flan! We are puertorican and it’s part of our culture and I’m so glad to see you make something like this!

  • @miephoex
    @miephoex 18 годин тому +4

    I like more liquid in my tamales. With the masa taking in any meat juice from the masa, they taste dry. I cook the meat in chili sauces and then spoon the meat and liquid onto the masa and roll. 😊 Many different varieties. 😊 I was taught to never start the timer until I heard the water come to a boil. Perfect after 90 minutes.

  • @michellepowers2639
    @michellepowers2639 21 годину тому +4

    I use your chipotle recipe when cooking a turkey breast in the crockpot. My family loved it! Thanks for sharing!

  • @dixierobinson2606
    @dixierobinson2606 22 години тому +74

    Some people, think that salting the beans early in cooking makes the skins tougher, but I have tried both ways and can tell no difference.

    • @krisirolfe4332
      @krisirolfe4332 21 годину тому +3

      Question- do you use vinegar while soaking??? I’m trying to make my refried beans (I live in Germany so I’m limited).
      Thanks in advance

    • @roxannepruitt4024
      @roxannepruitt4024 21 годину тому +5

      No vinger

    • @fireplacefaith
      @fireplacefaith 21 годину тому +3

      @@krisirolfe4332I soaked beans w/ vinegar one time. It made the skin tough. I agree w/ the salt comment. I saw no difference when salting during cooking or after.

    • @Meggs23
      @Meggs23 20 годин тому +11

      Use salt. It doesn't make them tough. No vinegar. Just soak with water. Soaking before isn't necessary but does help with digestion. The salt idea is a myth. The soaking for digestion is not. - Southern Californian who has made a LOT of beans (also in the Instant Pot)

    • @Rain-m2z
      @Rain-m2z 20 годин тому

      ​Par boil or at least soak in just water & rinse and no vinegar is necessary. Old beans may stay tough from being too old. They may look darker if pinto beans . ​@@krisirolfe4332

  • @woopwoopboop
    @woopwoopboop 18 годин тому +5

    I make beans everyday, I didn’t even know about the salt myth! I always season my beans before they’re done cooking and they always turn out delicious. Lovely video as always! ❤

    • @Nannipat72
      @Nannipat72 Годину тому

      I've heard the same about salting after they're done cooking, but now I've learned it's no issue 😊

  • @ceciliarytterhamn6242
    @ceciliarytterhamn6242 21 годину тому +4

    I like to add some fresh chopped tomatoes to my blended salsa. They add some freshness and texture that I like.

  • @NurseOasis
    @NurseOasis 20 годин тому +15

    You are one of a kind my dearest Becky. Love your menus. Perfect for the seasons

  • @Seamus425
    @Seamus425 42 хвилини тому

    I'm Mexican-American and I've never tried making tamales. But you make it look so easy. I'm going to try them now! Thank you for your inspiration! Keep up the good work! Love your videos!

  • @Jaynes-Path
    @Jaynes-Path 20 годин тому +2

    When making Rice Crispy treats for adults I often drizzle a small amount of melted chocolate or caramel over the cut pieces and allow to harden before placing on a serving plate. Just a little bit dresses them up and adds a little bit of extra flavor and appearance that my guests seem to enjoy.

  • @lynnedean713
    @lynnedean713 20 годин тому +11

    You clever girl!!! My heart was in my mouth when you turned that flan out and I am so pleased for you. You just get better and better as time passes.

  • @kajolaggarwal4
    @kajolaggarwal4 20 годин тому +11

    You should try freeze drying lemon juice in powder so you could have it at hand when you don't have lemons

    • @susansmallacombe3098
      @susansmallacombe3098 10 годин тому

      I actually freeze lime juice and lemon juice in half teaspoon portions (I use half of a mini ice ball tray) I freeze them then I store them in ziplock snack bags in my freezer. Take out how much I need and allow them to thaw at room temp.

  • @cindymoore9096
    @cindymoore9096 21 годину тому +6

    As far as adding salt to beans while cooking - it really seems to depend on who you ask. Traditional home cooking lore is usually don’t add salt while cooking, but Serious Eats, ATK and others recommend brining (soaking) beans in salt water before cooking, and adding salt while cooking.

  • @lindahelm4035
    @lindahelm4035 19 годин тому +46

    Years ago, when my husband was on a long deployment, I sent him a care package for him and the guys on his ship. One of the things I made was ginger snap cookies. Apparently, they were a big hit. Mark was sharing with the crew, but someone, liked them so much, they broke into his locker, and stole a bag of them! I don't condone stealing, but, I was proud of my cookies.😸

    • @dailyoccasions9539
      @dailyoccasions9539 19 годин тому +4

      That is a great story!! 😂

    • @cherylliston3284
      @cherylliston3284 18 годин тому +3

      I used to send cakes. I made in bunt pan. I bought canned frosting. I would smash the can of frosting in middle wrap in plastic. Pack with popcorn. Always arrived great ant the hubs and all the guys loved it. I sent over the years to Korea, sainting Egypt and Germany and Kuwait no problems ever.

    • @cherylliston3284
      @cherylliston3284 18 годин тому +1

      I don’t care for chicken tamales pork yes, chicken no..

    • @cherylliston3284
      @cherylliston3284 18 годин тому

      No cheese in meat tamale but green chile cheese tamales are bomb

    • @annekennedy8127
      @annekennedy8127 15 годин тому

      @@cherylliston3284 What does 'hubs' mean? Thanks

  • @mayperez1420
    @mayperez1420 21 годину тому +7

    You made chocoflan! Looks amazing. Maybe in the future you can cook Puerto Rican or Dominican recipes.

    • @planningtolive_thebestlife453
      @planningtolive_thebestlife453 19 годин тому

      My Puerto Rican mother in law makes flan de queso and it is amazing!! She uses cream of coconut and evaporated milk I think. Maybe also sweetened condensed milk. It’s one of the best desserts I’ve ever had in my life!! I’m not sure if it’s actually Puerto Rican tho because my father in law is Dominican and she sometimes mixes the 2 cultures in her cooking. Either way it’s awesome!
      Edit: also cream cheese which is where the queso comes from I think.

  • @tanyalynnharkness-huggins4111
    @tanyalynnharkness-huggins4111 19 годин тому +3

    Becky, that's exactly what I did for chicken verde tamales, used up Drumsticks that I had hanging out in my freezer.

  • @Tia-vj9ox
    @Tia-vj9ox 20 годин тому +5

    A delicious addition to serve tamales is to pour warm salsa or green chili sauce over them!

    • @Tia-vj9ox
      @Tia-vj9ox 20 годин тому +1

      Your flan cake was wonderful!❤

  • @jennyortega4751
    @jennyortega4751 15 годин тому +5

    Becky, have you tried to clean the beans by laying them out on a screen in front of a fan? You can lightly bounce them around and the fan will blow the "trash" away. ❤

  • @ckatie0709
    @ckatie0709 21 годину тому +3

    Masienda makes the world best tortilla press!! I use it every time I make tortillas. I've never tried their masas though.
    My husband uses the press when we makes tamales too. He puts the husk on the press and presses the masa onto the husk!! It's genius.

  • @selmamendonca2702
    @selmamendonca2702 19 годин тому +17

    I live in Brazil where we eat beans every single day. It’s perfectly Ok salting the beans earlier.
    I think you are a great cook, and I love your videos and learn so much from you. 😍

  • @veronicagutierrez8114
    @veronicagutierrez8114 18 годин тому +26

    I am THRILLED that you made tamales & folded the corn husks correctly.
    Your chocoflan is stunning!
    These compliments are coming from a Hispanic and you did good!

    • @olgar6875
      @olgar6875 15 годин тому

      I call it flancocho. 😆 🤣 😂

  • @peggyhart494
    @peggyhart494 2 години тому

    I want to give a shout out to your nail tech, she does such a great job they look real ... I can't believe how some utube cooks let there nails grow out need a re- fill and don't look natural, i know everyone is busy but your nails are a commitment that you need to keep up especially with close up shots of hands while dicing and making food....love watching your show so calming and great recipes ❤

  • @leisaann
    @leisaann 22 години тому +5

    Becky, use a strainer for the eggs when you're pouring it in the pan! Helps a ton😊

  • @pattybedolla5610
    @pattybedolla5610 18 годин тому +2

    Welcome back Becky glad to see you again
    Love your videos thank you soooo much for them

  • @margaretcopeland5029
    @margaretcopeland5029 20 годин тому +6

    I make tamales all of the time. I use my large Instant Pot to steam them. It's just another way to get off of your stove top and find my room in your kitchen. I put a trivet or crumpled aluminum foil on the bottom, and spiral load the tamales. It only takes a half hour to cook them. If you use frozen tamales it takes a bit longer. Tamales are very forgiving.

  • @Jmarie738
    @Jmarie738 13 годин тому +1

    I like to cut the cheese into small cubes or mid sized strips when making tamales because it doesn’t leak out as much and it also doesn’t dissolve into the meat and sauce

  • @wonderingthru.2979
    @wonderingthru.2979 15 годин тому

    my family usually salts the beans while it cooks because it absorbs the flavor. Beans in general don't have much of a taste on their own so you want it to absorb all the flavor it can while it cooks. I. love watching your videos. So many ideas come from them so thank you!

  • @loiscamacho2205
    @loiscamacho2205 12 годин тому

    Becky your so kind I so appreciate that most about you. I am from the Praises of Saskatchewan, Canada and this meal is not something that is a common meal so I have never had it. Watching you make it makes me want it. I love when you cook and do multiple variations of main dishes and desserts. Thank you once again for sharing your amazing talents. ♥️♥️♥️

  • @scastell9464
    @scastell9464 20 годин тому +4

    Hi Becky 👋🏽when you’re ready to buy some “real glasses” check out your local thrift stores they usually have tons of glasses. I’ve found some really beautiful ones!

  • @doloresbutler3
    @doloresbutler3 9 годин тому

    Those eyes say it all. Last year I made 8 dozen beef, green chili and cheese tamales. My husband's favorite. They are delicious!

  • @eileenthirling3676
    @eileenthirling3676 21 годину тому +20

    Hi Becky by adding salt to the beans makes the beans tough and it takes much longer to cook them so yes it's TRUE to added salt once beans are cooked. 🇬🇧

    • @MrsBrit1
      @MrsBrit1 6 годин тому +1

      I have cooked my beans with salt for decades like my great grandmas did for 70+ years before I married and I don't believe this to be true. They're never tough and don't take any longer to cook. I don't even soak them.

  • @mariaking9352
    @mariaking9352 12 годин тому

    You are the best !!!
    I am addicted to watching you and you are so pleasant in showing how you prepare all what you cook…I love love you.

  • @Stephanie-jg3ln
    @Stephanie-jg3ln 21 годину тому +8

    This all looks delicious. Peruvian tamales call for banana leaves instead of corn husks… may be fun to try Peruvian tamales next.

  • @helenswanson1403
    @helenswanson1403 20 годин тому +3

    Happy new year. Wishing you a wonderful year.

  • @lheiser2
    @lheiser2 18 годин тому +2

    Yep made this cake a couple of times. Just amazing.

  • @jltest5230
    @jltest5230 14 годин тому +6

    Girl, you are so loved by all your subscribers. I just can’t wait for your videos. Thanks for all you do and share with us. You are definitely not intimidated by any recipe. I so wish I had that quality. You are a gem. Everything looks great. Thanks

  • @anonaymous3950
    @anonaymous3950 11 годин тому

    Amazing food prep. I was never a very good cook when it came to making new stuff. Except salads at the holidays I would try new ones. I enjoy watching you cook. Thanks for sharing.

  • @simonepetersen9467
    @simonepetersen9467 21 годину тому +3

    Hi Becky , Happy new year. You should try making a South African Milktart and a Malva Pudding.

  • @ej12349
    @ej12349 21 годину тому +4

    So cute where the adorable doggie eats.

  • @angelaoneal5169
    @angelaoneal5169 9 годин тому

    I absolutely loved your joy when your flan came out of the pan! It looks absolutely beautiful!

  • @kajolaggarwal4
    @kajolaggarwal4 20 годин тому +2

    You could plant a lemon tree
    I also have a lemon tree in my garden and I have a lot of fun picking lemons every year and make pickles of it
    But choose the variety wisely as the one I have in my garden have thorns

  • @connie5241
    @connie5241 19 годин тому +5

    In a pinch, or if you choose to, tin foil can be used as a substitute for corn husks in tamale making. In my experience, it does a fine job, if you don't mind the lack of the corn husk aesthetic. When using quality masa and broth, I have found no effect on taste or texture. Some may say they miss the flavor imparted by the husks but I detect no notable difference.

  • @amandawilder7353
    @amandawilder7353 6 годин тому +1

    "Tuh-mal-lays".. the masa for them should spread like jiffy peanut butter, and dont forget to add plenty of manteca (pork lard), found at nearly any local Mexican tienda. If the masa is too thick, like a firm cookie dough, they will be dry and crack.

  • @myrahaws5148
    @myrahaws5148 43 хвилини тому

    Loved that clever idea of using your canner to cook the tamales. I only made tamales once, but my pot wasn't big enough . I didn't even think to use my canner. So clever. Thanks.

  • @LeslieLeveille
    @LeslieLeveille 6 годин тому

    love watching your skills and how you manage your home. It's validating for us

  • @florindagallardo2863
    @florindagallardo2863 21 годину тому +3

    We all make tamales different. The way I make the meat and masa is so different from how you make yours. I've been making them for many years but the one thing I have changed is how I cook them. After I make them I wrap them in foil 6 at a time. I also cook them in the foil that I wrapped them in. So much easier to take them out to check them. At least it is for me. I would love to taste yours 😊

  • @denisescruggs7367
    @denisescruggs7367 20 годин тому +9

    I love cheese, but being in southern California, I have never had a tamale with cheese!

    • @Meggs23
      @Meggs23 20 годин тому +1

      Yah I feel like the cheese would steam. I also love the sweet tamales. (From San Diego)

    • @karenwalker4764
      @karenwalker4764 20 годин тому +1

      Yes in Texas never had cheese in Tamales either, she rolls them a little different to .

    • @TheJarheadwife
      @TheJarheadwife 20 годин тому +4

      I live in Southern California and have had Chile and cheese tamales. Our local bodega makes them and they’re delicious.

    • @prilby
      @prilby 20 годин тому +4

      I grew up in SoCal and have grown up on cheese and green chile Tamales and now make them myself. Definitely a must try!

    • @teresamaria5804
      @teresamaria5804 19 годин тому +2

      Hi Becky, I could be wrong but I believe you should spread the masa out on the corn husk in a thinner layer so the filling is almost encased in the masa. Great job love watching your cooking videos!

  • @michellerivers8677
    @michellerivers8677 18 годин тому +2

    I'm soooo excited to use my electric canner my hubby got me for Christmas!!

  • @traciannveno
    @traciannveno 3 години тому

    Homemade corn tortillas are the best. It’s so easy to make. This is inspiring.

  • @DinaPacino
    @DinaPacino 9 годин тому

    ❤❤what a beautiful dinner and your expression is priceless regarding your dessert (flan)...it turned out beautiful. Never doubt yourself, you do great work on your recipes and i love that you share when you do new ones with us...looks so delicious..great job Becky 😀...cant wait for the next video..🥰❣

  • @sandyquinn496
    @sandyquinn496 22 години тому +5

    Happy new year. I’m working on sour dough starter. From Iowa

  • @peggyawald2749
    @peggyawald2749 16 годин тому +3

    Your expressions are priceless, and you work so hard cooking and entertaining your family and friends, there is no one like you, be so proud of yourself God Bless you and your family

  • @catherinenarine6307
    @catherinenarine6307 22 години тому +2

    Hi Becky, Bless New Year to you and family. Just wanted to let you know i made this cake for the first time for a dessert for christmas. It was a hit.

  • @christineconley7903
    @christineconley7903 20 годин тому +2

    I love the Grains and Grit channel!

  • @MagcAce
    @MagcAce 17 годин тому +2

    The husk has a smooth side and that's the side you will to apply the masa. Also it's better not to shred the cheese instead use cubes cheese.

  • @sonnylovesfreddy340
    @sonnylovesfreddy340 28 хвилин тому

    I love how much you love what you are doing. Thakn you for all the hard work that goes into these videos.

  • @cherylb.9766
    @cherylb.9766 21 годину тому +1

    I love grains and grit!! You both are my top vidios!