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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
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