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Ingredientes
- 8 ounces good quality semi sweet chocolate (2 4-ounce baking bars)
- 1 cup roasted and salted peanuts
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
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