Corn Tamalito

Directions

1. 1
   Start out with some instant corn flour or masa. Add this to a mixer along with white sugar and softened butter or margarine. Cream this together until it is fluffy.
2. 2
   In a food processor, add 1 cup of the corn kernels, and water. Blend on high till smooth. Add the masa and corn mixtures together and fold.
3. 3
   Mix in the remaining corn, corn meal, baking powder, salt and milk. Mix batter until smooth.
4. 4
   Pour mixture into a baking dish large enough to fit over a pot of boiling water. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap.
5. 5
   Place the baking dish over a large saucepan of simmering/boiling water.
6. 6
   Steam for 50 to 60 minutes, or until firm.
7. 7
   Check water occasionally, and refill if necessary.
8. 8
   Stir with a fork before serving to give it a consistent texture. It should be smooth. Some spots will be a little watery due to water condensation.
9. 9
   Serve alongside some yummy Mexican dish or eat all by itself. You will like it either way.