Store-Bought Fresh Masa for Tamales

• 2 pounds (910 g) fresh masa for tamales
• Water and/or masa harina, as needed (optional)

Your store-bought fresh masa may be ready to use or may need a little water (if it is too thick) or masa harina (if it is too thin) to achieve the texture you are looking for. Just mix in whatever is needed until thoroughly incorporated. The masa should be the consistency of a medium-thick spread (a little thinner than peanut butter).

To test your masa, form a small ball and drop it int