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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
- 2 cups mixed diced rhubarb and strawberries
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup buttermilk
- raw sugar for sprinkling (optional)
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