"Mark Thorson" > wrote in message
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> Anyone have advice on choosing a tamalera? This is
> the big pot used to steam tamales. The simplest
> type have a perforated plate held a few inches above
> the bottom. More complex ones seem to have a set
> of sections, so that multiple layers can be steamed
> at once. Also, I've seen a type that has an insert
> which divides the space into three radial sections,
> to help hold the tamales standing upright. I probably
> want the largest size that will fit over my one
> remaining functional burner on my gas stovetop.



One where you can put a dime in the simmering water. When you stop hearing
the dime rattle you'll know you're running out of water/steam. Has to be a
dime a penny is too heavy to be lifter by the bubbles.

Dimitri