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A traditional Chilean sweet made by slowly evaporating milk until it becomes a rich, caramel-like spread. Perfect with puff pastry, sponge cake, or sweet fried dough.
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A traditional Chilean sweet made by slowly evaporating milk until it becomes a rich, caramel-like spread. Perfect with puff pastry, sponge cake, or sweet fried dough.
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