Craig Hazelbaker of Cedar Rapids, left, mixes masa by hand as owner Phoebe Rios adds oil to the dough during the Ultimate Tamales and Tequila Workshop at Rios Burritos in Cedar Rapids on Monday, Jan.

Making tamales at home is a labor of love filled with savory masa, rich fillings, and tradition passed down through generations. This step-by-step guide walks you through every part of the process, ...