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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 t. olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ water
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 t. chili powder
- ½ t. dry mustard powder
- 12 fully-cooked frozen meatballs (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 T butter, softened
- 12 small buns or dinner rolls (such as Hawaiian rolls)
- 6 slices American cheese
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