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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 1/2 cup bacon fat
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tbsp. coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 2 cups flour
- 1 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
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