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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 190 grams salted butter, at room temperature
- 190 grams brown sugar (I used coconut sugar)
- 3 eggs
- 190 grams almond meal
- 30 grams plain flour
- 1/2 tablespoon cardamom
- 3 ripe pears
- 60 grams dark chocolate, chopped
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