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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 5 c. Water
- Corn Husks (36 or so)
- ~ 1lb. Cooked Meat for Filling (Shredded beef, shredded chicken, ground beef, etc.)
- Seasonings (Like paprika, chile flakes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion flakes)
View Full Recipe at A Delicious Melody
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1185g | |
| Calories 0 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 47mg | 2% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 0.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.0g | 0% |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
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