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Receta Lime, Coconut, Pistachio and Dark Chocolate Bark ...plus a Giveaway worth $200! #LuckoftheIrish
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Ingredientes
- 2 medium limes
- 3/4 cup sugar, divided
- 1 (12 oz) package dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup roasted coconut chips, or toasted coconut
- 1/2 cup pistachio nuts, coarsely chopped
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