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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- Since we were provided with the recipes as Chef Jennifer was demonstrating, I wanted to share the fantastic Salsa Verde recipe:
- Salsa Verde
- 1 c. fresh basil
- 1 c. fresh parsley
- 1 c. fresh mint
- 2 c. olive oil
- 1/2 c. red wine vinegar
- 4 anchovies
- 1 T. capers
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 t. black pepper
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