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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup milk (whole, 2% or 1%)
- 4½ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 1½ lbs. walnuts, very finely chopped or ground in a food processor
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 egg whites, lightly beaten
- For the Icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 tablespoons milk
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