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Basic Masa Dough
by laticia jefferson
serves: 26
  Prepare this dough up to three days ahead, and refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information
Calories:97 (28% from fat)
Fat:3g (sat 0.9g,mono 1.1g,poly 0.8g)
Protein:2.2g
Carbohydrate:16.2g
Fiber:2.1g
Cholesterol:1.9mg
Iron:0.8mg
Sodium:233mg
Calcium:51mg
Ingredients:
  2 cups   fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
  2   ancho chiles
  1.50 cups   fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
  3.75 cups   masa harina
  1.50 tsp   salt
  1.50 tsp   baking powder
  1/4 cup   chilled lard or vegetable shortening
Directions:
  Preparation

1. Combine chicken broth and ancho chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH for 2 minutes or until chiles are tender; cool slightly, Combine broth mixture and corn in a blender; process until smooth.

2. Lightly spoon masa harina into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine masa harina, salt, and baking powder, stirring well with a whisk. Cut in lard with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add broth mixture to masa mixture; stir until a soft dough forms. Cover and chill until ready to use.