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Adapted from Real Simple
1 baguette, sliced in 24 slices
2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 ...
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger (about 1/2-inch piece)
1 ...
1½ shots Pear Vodka
1½ shots St-Germain
1/4 shot Fresh Lime Juice
Shake all ingredients with ice ...
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated ...
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1½ ...
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