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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 5-6 thick asparagus stalks (~1/2 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper
- 1 lb pizza dough
- Cornmeal, for dusting the pizza peel
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 3 large basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded asiago cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
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