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A no-cook summer dessert.
Serves 4
4 cups (1 to 1 1/4 pounds)
3/4 cup whole milk ricotta
2 teaspoon ...
1/2 cup (1 stick butter)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/4 cup very finely ...
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From the LA Times
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