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Serves 4-6
Ingredients:
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
2 ...
1 chicken cut up
1 pkg. hot Italian Sausages
1 (lb.) can diced tomatoes
1 small can tomato paste
1 ...
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24 large fresh mushrooms
4 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
...
1 pound Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
2 bay leaves
4 ...
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