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This Lemon and Herb Low Carb Baked Chicken is a simple but tasty dish that would be great for dinner. When you mix sour lemon, fragrant herbs, and soft chicken, you get a delicious meal.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 lemon, juiced and zested. 2 teaspoons dried thyme. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F. Lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a small bowl. Put the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon herb mixture over them, making sure to cover all of them evenly. After the oven is hot, bake the chicken for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it is fully cooked and the juices run clear. If you want, you can serve it hot with extra lemon slices and fresh herbs on top.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

i am wanda

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Create adorable Minion-themed cupcakes using Twinkies, frosting, candy eyeballs, and a few simple decorations. These cupcakes are perfect for Minion fans and special occasions.

Ingredients: 12 cupcakes baked and cooled. 12 Twinkies. 1 cup yellow frosting. 1/2 cup blue frosting. 24 edible candy eyeballs. Black icing gel. 12 small black licorice pieces. 12 mini chocolate chips.

Instructions: Make 12 cupcakes and let them cool all the way down. Put 12 Twinkies on a clean surface. Cover the top half of each Twinkie with yellow frosting to make the body of the Minion. The Minion's overalls are made by piped a small strip of blue frosting around the bottom of each Twinkie. Put two candy eyes on top of each Twinkie, just above the blue frosting strip. Add a small mouth and a goggles strap to the face of each Minion with black icing gel. As the Minion's hair, cut the small pieces of black licorice into tiny rectangles and stick them to the Twinkies. With care, put each finished Twinkie Minion on top of a cupcake. Do this with 12 mini chocolate chips: press them into the black icing gel smile to make the Minion tongues. Now your Despicable Me Minion Cupcakes Twinkie Edition are ready to make everyone happy.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

geekpaw productions

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This is a quick and easy recipe for Salisbury Steak that is cooked perfectly in a pressure cooker. The onion and mushroom gravy gives every bite a rich flavor.

Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup milk. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1 clove garlic, minced. 1 egg. 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 onion, thinly sliced. 8 oz mushrooms, sliced. 2 cups beef broth. 2 tbsp tomato paste. 2 tbsp all-purpose flour. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1/2 tsp onion powder. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Form into oval-shaped patties. Turn on the pressure cooker and select saut mode. Heat olive oil and brown the patties on both sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add sliced onions and mushrooms. Saut until softened. Add tomato paste, flour, dried thyme, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well. Pour in beef broth, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Add salt and pepper to taste. Place the browned patties back into the pot. Close the pressure cooker lid and set to high pressure for 15 minutes. Once done, release pressure and carefully open the lid. Remove the patties and keep warm. Select saut mode again and let the gravy simmer to thicken. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the Salisbury steak patties topped with the onion mushroom gravy. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

country house quilting

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A delicious and flavorful ham with a Captain Morgan and Coke glaze, perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients: 1 spiral-cut ham about 6-8 pounds. 1 cup Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum. 1 cup cola. 1/2 cup brown sugar. 1/4 cup Dijon mustard. 1/4 cup honey. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves. 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Place the spiral-cut ham in the slow cooker, flat side down. In a bowl, mix together Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, cola, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to create the glaze. Pour the glaze over the ham, ensuring it gets into the slices for maximum flavor. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the ham is heated through. Baste the ham with the glaze every hour to enhance the flavor. Once cooked, transfer the ham to a serving platter, allowing it to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve the Slow Cooker Captain and Coke Glazed Ham slices with extra glaze on the side. A delicious and flavorful ham perfect for any occasion! Preparation and cooking time combined: approximately 6 hours.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

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This Crock Pot Chili is hearty and full of flavor. It simmers until it's just right, making it a great dish for busy days. This chili will warm you up because it has ground beef, beans, and a mix of spices.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes. 1 can 6 oz tomato paste. 1 cup beef broth. 1/4 cup chili powder. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon oregano. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until onion is translucent. Transfer the beef mixture to the crock pot. Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the crock pot; stir well to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

iisaku kunstide kool

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These grain-free molasses crinkle cookies are a delicious treat for those on a gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar-free diet. They're soft, chewy, and bursting with warm spices and rich molasses flavor.

Ingredients: 2 cups almond flour. 1/4 cup coconut flour. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger. 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/3 cup molasses. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 cup coconut sugar or granulated monk fruit sweetener. Optional: additional coconut sugar for rolling.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C. Put parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet. There is baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt in a large bowl. You need to mix them together with a whisk. Melt the coconut oil and add it to another bowl. Then, add the maple syrup or honey and vanilla extract. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ones while stirring them together. Put the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to make it firm. Take tablespoon-sized chunks of dough and roll them into balls. For a crinkled look, you can roll each ball in extra coconut sugar if you want to. Spread the dough balls out on the baking sheet that has been prepared. It should be baked for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middle is still soft. Take it out of the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet. Then, move it to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

the dark sire

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A hearty and flavorful meatball soup cooked quickly in the Instant Pot, perfect for a comforting meal on a busy day.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1 egg, beaten. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 onion, chopped. 2 carrots, sliced. 2 celery stalks, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 4 cups beef broth. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 1 cup pasta your choice. 2 cups baby spinach. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1 bay leaf.

Instructions: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs. Turn on Instant Pot to saut mode. Heat olive oil and brown meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside. Saut onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, pasta, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well. Return meatballs to the pot. Close the lid and set Instant Pot to soup mode, cooking for 8 minutes. Once done, release pressure, open the lid, and stir in baby spinach until wilted. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

prides creek campground

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Instead of regular nachos, try these zucchini nacho chips, which are low in carbs and good for people on the keto diet. They taste great and are great for snacks or as an appetizer.

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup diced tomatoes. 1/4 cup sliced black olives. 1/4 cup diced avocado. 1/4 cup sour cream. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a large bowl, toss zucchini rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread the zucchini rounds in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the zucchini rounds are crisp and golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the zucchini rounds. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced avocado, sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

kaningenetik

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It's easy and tastes great to make these Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos. The pork is soft and full of orange-flavored and Mexican-style spices. For a delicious taco experience, put them on warm corn tortillas and top them with your favorite things.

Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into chunks. 1 onion, chopped. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat. Juice of 2 oranges. Juice of 2 limes. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup chicken broth. Corn tortillas. Toppings of your choice e.g., diced onions, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine the pork shoulder, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Pour the fresh orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth over the pork mixture. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork. Once the pork is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the flavorful juices and spices. Stir in the chopped cilantro to add a fresh and vibrant flavor to the carnitas. Warm the corn tortillas either in a dry skillet or microwave. Serve the slow cooker pork carnitas on the warm tortillas with your choice of toppings, such as diced onions, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Enjoy your delicious homemade pork carnitas tacos!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

benny oschmann

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Enjoy the delicious flavors of a classic strawberry shortcake with this cool smoothie. It's the perfect mix of sweet strawberries, smooth vanilla yogurt, and salty graham crackers, all in a form that's easy to carry and drink. This smoothie is great for breakfast or as a dessert. It will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries. 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt. 1/2 cup milk any type you prefer. 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers. 1 tablespoon honey optional, for added sweetness. Whipped cream for topping optional. Fresh strawberries for garnish optional.

Instructions: Wash and hull the fresh strawberries if using. In a blender, combine the strawberries, vanilla yogurt, milk, crushed graham crackers, and honey if desired. Blend until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if needed. Pour the Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie into a glass. If desired, top the smoothie with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

capillaries journal

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These Best Ever Christmas Sugar Cookies are a traditional holiday treat that everyone enjoys. They're soft and buttery, and they're ideal for sprinkling with holiday sprinkles.

Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1 1/2 cups white sugar. 1 large egg. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. 3-4 drops of food coloring optional. Sprinkles or colored sugar for decoration.

Instructions: Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C. Put the flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl and mix them together. Put away. Mix the butter and sugar in a big bowl until the mixture is smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract and beat until everything is well mixed. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ones one at a time and mix them together until a soft dough forms. If you want to use food coloring, split the dough into pieces and add a few drops to each one. Work the color into the dough until it's spread out evenly. Make little balls out of the dough and put them on baking sheets that haven't been greased. Press down on each ball a little with the base of a glass. You can use sprinkles or colored sugar to decorate the cookies. After the oven is hot, bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. For a few minutes, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool all the way.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

camp broadway buffalo

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This Pistachio Crusted Salmon recipe combines the tenderness of salmon with the crunchiness of pistachios, creating a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets. 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. 2 tablespoons honey. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375F 190C. In a bowl, mix together chopped pistachios and breadcrumbs. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard and honey. Brush the mustard-honey mixture onto each salmon fillet, coating evenly. Press the pistachio-breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet to create a crust. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets crust-side down in the skillet and cook for 2 minutes to sear the crust. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

bau mit

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese with these lightened-up pumpkin bars. The creamy, tangy cream cheese swirl adds a delicious contrast to the pumpkin base. Perfect for fall gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year!

Ingredients: For Pumpkin Base:. - 1 cup pumpkin puree. - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce. - 1/2 cup brown sugar. - 1/4 cup granulated sugar. - 2 large eggs. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. - 1 cup all-purpose flour. - 1 teaspoon baking powder. - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. - 1/4 teaspoon salt. For Cream Cheese Swirl:. - 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened. - 1/4 cup granulated sugar. - 1 large egg. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Use a whisk to mix the pumpkin puree, applesauce, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract well in a large bowl. Mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a different bowl using a whisk. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined. Spread out the pumpkin batter in the baking pan that has been prepared. If the cream cheese is soft, beat it in a different bowl until it is smooth. Put the egg, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar in the bowl. You should mix until it's smooth and creamy. Put small amounts of the cream cheese mix on top of the pumpkin batter. To make it look like marble, use a knife to swirl the cream cheese into the pumpkin batter. In a hot oven, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean. Before cutting the bars into squares, let them cool in the pan. Serve and have fun!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

author reader cheerleader

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These Easy No-Bake Raspberry Protein Bars are perfect for a quick and nutritious snack. Packed with protein, fiber, and fruity flavor, they're sure to satisfy your cravings without any baking required.

Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats. 1/2 cup almond flour. 1/4 cup vegan vanilla protein powder. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup almond butter. 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries, crushed. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted.

Instructions: Rolling oats, almond flour, vegan vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, almond butter, and crushed freeze-dried raspberries should all be mixed together in a bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are well mixed and the mixture feels like dough. In an 8x8-inch baking dish that has been lined, press the mixture down firmly. Spread out the coconut oil that has been melted on top. Put the dish in the fridge for at least an hour so that it can set. Cut into bars and enjoy once it's done!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

ajs family diner

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Funnel Cake Donuts combine the delicious flavors of funnel cake with the convenience of donuts. These crispy treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour. 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup milk. 1 large egg. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Vegetable oil for frying. Powdered sugar for dusting.

Instructions: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until well combined. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep saucepan to 375F 190C. Using a funnel or a plastic squeeze bottle with a narrow tip, pour the batter into the hot oil in a circular motion, creating donut shapes. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove the donuts from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. Dust the warm donuts with powdered sugar while they are still slightly oily. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade funnel cake donuts!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

accueil periscolaire

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This Tomato Cucumber Salad - A Southern Soul is a bright and refreshing salad that goes well with your favorite Southern dishes or as a light lunch. Every bite of this salad is full of flavor from the ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs that are dressed in a zesty vinaigrette. Break up some feta cheese and add it too for an extra creamy layer.

Ingredients: 3 large tomatoes, diced. 2 cucumbers, sliced. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped. 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped. 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil. 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional.

Instructions: Dice the tomatoes, slice the cucumbers, and thinly slice the red onion. Put them all in a large salad bowl. Put the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a different small bowl and mix them together with a whisk. Cover the tomato, cucumber, and onion mix with the dressing. The vegetables should be gently mixed to coat them with the dressing. Cut up some fresh basil and parsley and add them to the salad. Toss it again to mix everything together. You can top the salad with crumbled feta cheese if you want to. Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it so the flavors can mix. Enjoy! Serve cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

dusty zoo

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Indulge in the savory combination of tender chicken breasts stuffed with a delightful mixture of pistachios, Parmesan, and cream cheese, complemented by a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will impress your dinner guests or elevate your weeknight dinner routine.

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts. 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/2 cup cream cheese. 1/4 cup heavy cream. 2 cloves garlic, minced. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon butter. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C. Add salt and pepper to the chicken breasts and cut them into butterfly shapes. Chop the pistachios and put them in a bowl. Add the cream cheese and minced garlic. Put some of the pistachio mixture inside each chicken breast and use toothpicks to hold them together. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. For about three to four minutes on each side, sear the stuffed chicken breasts until both sides are golden brown. Put the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake them in a hot oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked. Make the Parmesan cream sauce while the chicken is in the oven. Melt the butter over medium-low heat in the same pan that you used to sear the chicken. Mix in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, making sure the sauce stays smooth and gets thick. Take out the toothpicks after the chicken is cooked and serve it with Parmesan cream sauce on top. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

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