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From the LA Times
"But they're weeds."
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1½ sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg
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12 ounces spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces pancetta, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, finely ...
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