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- Butternut squash crisps Author: Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche Recipe type: Snack Yield: Serves 1-2 Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash (choose a long thin one if possible) 1tbsp oil 2tsp smoked paprika Salt Black pepper Instructions
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