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Awesome
Newsletter of the Upper Midwest Australian Shepherd Club
Spring 2013
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Publication Dates
March 1
June 1
September 1
December 1
President
Jan Polys
Vice President
Connie Chapman
2nd V.P./Membership
Carrie Van Horn
Secretary
Heather Haider
Treasurer
Jean Kubic
Affiliate Representative
Kim Patterson
Deadline: 15th of the prior month
Note the March issue contains the previous years
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annual awards banquet.
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Contents
Awesome Aussie Newsletter Spring 2013
Ponder
Announcments
Board Members
3
4
5
Herding
UWRF Duck Trail
7
Awards
Year End Awards
Year End Titles
8
9
Science and Health
ADHD in Dogs 10
Epilipsy 10
Events
The Members Issue
The photos on the cover and throughout this issue are photos
of members dogs. This issue is dedicated to the members.
To become a member please visit www.uppermidwestasc.com
Calender 11
DIY
Doggie Treats 12
Good Eats 12
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Ponder
“Outside of a dog a book is a man’s best friend.
Inside of a dog it’s too dark to read.”
Groucho Marx, The Essential Groucho: Writings For By And About Groucho Marx
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Announcements
Volunteer Your Time
Volunteer at every show and trail!
Please Inform your show/trial Secretary of your volunteer hours.
Ribbon Coordinator
UMASC is looking for someone to organize the ribbons
You would be responsible for ordering and inventory for each venue
Membership Renewal
If you have not renewed your 2013 UMASC membership you need
to do so by April 1, 2013 or your name will be taken off the membership list.
If you have any questions email: Carrie Van Horn, Membership Chairman - mooncrest5@msn.com
You can find the membership renewal form on the UMASC wesite.
Go to www.uppermidwestasc.com.
Editor’s Note
Hello all! My name is
Judy Wickham. I am
very excited to be
creating this newsletter.
I hope you find it fun
and informative. I really
enjoyed putting it
together.
ASCA Records
Please check your records on asca.org
There have been record keeping problems.
Call ASCA to fix any problems you find.
ASCA Business Office
Phone (979) 778-1082
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST, M-F
Biogrophy
The first dog in my life was
a Dalmatian named Pepper.
Also, she was the first dog that
I experienced welping (I was 6
yrs old). I had dogs as pets but in high school always dreamed of
going to the Westminster (even though I did not understand it) and
running agility courses. It wasn’t until I went to college that I learned
about Aussies. My professor, Kris Hiney, had an amazing dog, EZ.
He brought me to love this breed. With some help from Kris, I found
Tahi, the dog I have now. I got him in 2010 as a 2yr old from Sharon
McCully of Vearitas. Tahi is the best dog I could have ever ask for
in a first dog. We have learned a lot and earned many titles
(conformation, agility, rally and obedience). We will continue to learn
and earn more titles.
Photo Credit: Barbara O’Brien
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Members
Board
Kim Patterson
I joined UMASC in 1979 and started serving on the board
in 1980. I first served as Secretary for 3 years and then as
Treasurer for 24 years. I was then President for 2 years and
am just starting my 4th year as Affiliate Rep. My daughter,
Sarah Kalkes, and I currently have 6 Aussies. Sarah & I own
a Dog Grooming Business in Excelsior and I also teach
beginner Obedience at Dog Works in Eden Prairie.
Jodi Ebert
I became involved with Australian Shepherds over 15 years
ago. I fell in love with the tail-less dogs who shadowed my
every move when I volunteered at the local animal shelter. I
finally succumbed to temptation, adopting a pretty blue merle
Aussie, and the rest is history. I am actively involved in agility, herding, and committed to preserving the breed’s versatility. I have two Aussies, Hurry and Stout.
I currently live in River Falls, WI. To support my canine habit,
I am a Technical Writer for a large medical device company.
Ashley Roeser
I first started dog training in 4-H when I was about ten
years old. At the time I just had a little golden/springer mix.
I enjoyed the bonding experience that I felt between my dog
and I so much that when I returned the following summer
I had my sights set a little higher. I didn’t want to just train
and compete in 4-H once a year I wanted to do it all year. It
didn’t take too long to convince my parents to allow me to
get an aussie. Since then I have been actively showing in
conformation, obedience, agility, and have even dabbled in
a little bit of rally. By day I am a dog groomer, by night a dog
trainer, and on the weekends I am a dog handler. I am happy
to have the opportunity to be on UMASC board of directors
this year and I hope there are many more to come.
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Katie Kupfer
Hey everyone. I am currently serving my 4th year on the
UMASC BOD. I have been involved with Aussies since 1995
when I started as a junior. I have titled dogs in Conformation,
Obedience, Agility and Herding. My greatest joy in this sport
besides spending time with my beloved dogs is all the wonderful friends and experiences it has brought me. Good luck
to everyone in 2013!
Connie Chapman
I have always been in love with dogs. They have enriched
my life with such amazing beauty and deep bonds. They are
a gift from God and I am truly thankful for how they fill my
heart with joy.
I believe the Australian Shepherd to be a very special breed
and am honored to be involved with them and the people
who love and appreciate them. From the first time I was
introduced to this breed, I was hooked. I am fascinated by
structure and movement and how that affects performance.
I started showing in conformation and obedience back in the
early 80’s and had my first litter in 1986. It has been a fun
adventure ever since.
Carrie Von Horn
I had always wanted a dog ever since I can remember. My
mom said when I was 2 years old I had a pretend dog. In
grade school I played with all the neighborhood dogs, and
took many of them for walks every day, as I was not able
to have a dog of my own. In 1979 I received my very first
Australian Shepherd, Candi. I have trained in all venues, and
titled in all but Tracking, but came very close to getting a
TD with Lacey. I have been owned and loved by 10 Aussies
since 1979 and currently have just one, Fanci, who is currently retired. Other than enjoying her Aussie Advocates she
hopefully will soon be a Therapy Dog.
I love Australian Shepherds so much and I know I’ll never be
without one!
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Awards
Year End
Champion Dog
Altered Champion Dog
Champion Bitch
Altered Champion Bitch
Non-Regular Puppy Dog
Non-Regular Puppy Bitch
Promise of the Future
Merlin BBX Award
Fritzmeier High Score Obedience
Fritzmeier High Score Obedience
Other Breed
High Score Agility
HOF CH Bayouland’s Crème Brulee DNA-CP “Keegan”
Brandi/Todd Dirksen & Martha Gisselbeck
A-CH Highpoint’s The Outlaw James RNX “Jesse”
Sharon Garske
CH Ninebark Silver Buttons “Minty”
Kim Patterson / Sarah & Krist Kalkes
N/A
Cattail Ridge Cloak and Dagger “Grim”
Ashley Roeser
Navrock Pardon My French “Burke”
Brandi/Todd Dirksen
Navrock Pardon My French “Burke”
Brandi/Todd Dirksen
Senex St. Pauli Girl “Pauli”
Cassie Engmann
Gafglens DelMontes Sweet Fruit “Kiwi”
Suzi & Dick Johnson
KF’s Lil Yellow Mouse Zeke “Zeke”
Laura Funk
High Point Junior Handler
ATCH-IV Fairoak’s Firestarter CD RAX DNA-CP “Flint”
Niki Manning
Cibola Rhapsody Ewe Nanimous “Winn”
Chris Mosley
ATCH-IV Roanoak’s Solar Flare STDds “Solar”
Barb Taylor
WTCH Las Rocosa Lisa’s Red Ruby RTDs PAT Dcs “Ruby”
Deb Conroy
MacDuff’s Spot “Spot”
Joanna Yund
CH. Waterfall’s Caution: Molten Hot! REMX RTX CDX GS-N JS-N
DNA-VP
Rebecca McCoy
KF’s Lil Yellow Mouse Zeke “Zeke”
Laura Funk
Josie Scoonover-Nelson
Reserve High Point Junior Handler
Lauren Dirksen and McKayla Smith
High Score Agility Other Breed
High Score Agility Veteran
High Score Stock
High Score Stock Other Breed
High Score Rallyt
High Score Rally Other Breed
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Titles
Year End
Owner
Dog
Title(s)
Mary Bente
Legends Star N Straight Shooter “Arrow”
GS-N, GS-O, RS-N
Katie Kupfer and Steph Ihbe
Ch Heartlands Crème De La Crème CD, STDcd, OTDs “Fenn”
STDcd, OTDs
Katie Kupfer
ASCA Ch Meadowlawn’s Eclipse at Heartland “ Maci”
Ch
Grete Krause
Big Marine’s Satin Sapphire STDs “ Satin”
STDd
Grete Krause
Big Marine’s Ebony Reflection CD, STDs “Target”
OTDd
Josie Scoonover-Nelson
HOF Ch Meadowlawn’s Standing Ovation “Encore”
RJ-O, JJ-O
April Wilson
Uproar’s Sparks Will Fly “Stryker”
A-CH, RN, GS-E
April Wilson
Tuscaroras Indecent Proposal “ Reddy”
RN, RS-N, RS-O, GS-N, GS-O, JS-O
April Wilson
Blue Banners Miss Bella Blue “Bella”
GV-E, RS-E, JV-E
Lauren Eberhart
Rising Sun Chloe Eberhart “Chloe”
RS-E, JS-O, GS-O
Lauren Eberhart
Meadowlawn’s She’s The One “ Billie Jean”
RS-O, RS-E, GS-O
Kay Schway
Dejemo’s Gamblin’ Man “Gambler”
A-CH
Sharon Garske
A-Ch Highpoint’s The Outlaw James RNX “ Jesse”
RN, RNX
Chris Mosley
Cibola Double Dare Ewe “DDare”
RS-N, JS-N, GS-N, JS-O
Chris Mosley
Cibola Rhapsodi Ewe Nanimous “Winn”
O-JS-E
Judy Wickham
Verita’s Kiwi Katch “Tahi”
CH, RN, RS-N, JS-N-OP
Jodi Ebert
Uproar’s Gonna Make Ewe Hurry “Hurry”
CH, ATCH III, OTDd
Rose Park
WTCH Rising Sun Lucky Charm GS-O, JS-E, RS-E “Chubby”
ATDs, WTCH
Rose Park
Rising Sun Miss Kit ATDd, OTDs, STDc “Kit”
STDc, OTDs, ATDd
Janna Cowen
SRN Eagle’s Joan Robinson “Robbie”
RA, OTDs, OTDd, OTDc
Kathy Sianko
Ch Diamond Aire Right On Track CD STDd “Ben”
STDcs, OTDs
Kathy Sianko
Ch Diamond Aire Hot N’ Blazin CD “Justin”
STDds
Ann Stead
Diamond Aire Jae “Jae”
RV-E-O, ATCH
Ashley Roeser
Cattail Ridge North Country Girl “Rilly”
Ch
Ashley Roeser
Ch McMatt’s Unspoken Truth CD, “Sookie”
RN, RNX, RS-N, JS-N, JS-O, GS-N
Ashley Roeser
Ch Cattail Ridge Hope and Desire RS-N, GS-N, CD, JJ-O, JS-O “Andi”
RN, RNX, CDX, RS-O
Jan Polys
Hangtime’s Runnin’ With the Devil “Sin”
GS-O, JS-O, JS-O-OP, JS-O-SP, RS-O, RS-O-OP
Kelli Kupfer
Ch If Ever Keepin’ The Look CD, STDc, OTDsd “Micah”
STDc, OTDs, OTDd
Jan Poole
A-CH Uproar’s For Cody’s Boot Scooter CDK, RS-O-OP, GS-E, JS-O-OP,RA, RAX “Spur”
A-CH, RA, RAX
JoAnne Schwietz
Hangtime’s Bandit’s Capn Hook CD, RS-O, GS-E, JS-N-OP, RA “Hooker”
RA
Sandy Thompson
Adhara’s Try To Walk Away CD, GV-E, JV-E-OP, RV-E, DNA-CP “Macy”
RN
Sandy Thompson
CBARC Ixi Doodle All the Day “ Ixi”
RN, JS-N
Kim Patterson and Sarah Kalkes
Ch Meadowlawn’s Night To Remember “Ethan”
Kim Patterson, Sarah Kalkes
and Josie Scoonover-Nelson
Ninebane Pants on Fire “Fannie”
CH
Kim Patterson, Sarah Kalkes
and Krist Kalkes
Ch Meadowlawn’s One More Night CD, RS-O, JS-E ,GS-O, GS-N-OP “Porter”
CDX
Denise Yokom
ATCH III Riverstyx Kodiak’s Revenge “Revi”
ATCH III
Denise Yokom
Rising Sun Fosters Bettin’ Blu “Wager”
RS-E, JS-E, GS-E
Kim Torson-Schneider
Tucker Creek’s Blue Valkyrie “Zelda”
OFTDS, OTDc, OTDs, OTDd
Kim Torson-Schneider
Tucker Creek’s Mountain Man “ Zeke”
RS-N, AFTDs, AFTDd
Kim Torson-Schneider
Elysian Farm’s Big Rig “Dieszel”
GV-N, JV-N, OFTDs, AFTDd
Heather Haider
Hangtime’s Put Your Lights On “Siren”
RS-N, GS-O, JS-O
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Herding
Duck
Ducktastic December Event
(Dec 15-16, 2012)
What a Quacky and Wacky weekend! We hosted an ASCA Sanctioned Duck Trial, an AHBA Sanctioned
Duck Trial, and a Duck-Off event to raise money for Aussie Rescue. Dana Mackenzie was our judge
for all 3 events – she was a fabulous judge – fair, consistent, and fun! The UW-River Falls arena was
a great location for duck herding in December – a heated arena, plus the benefit of having students
come out and help at the event! Everyone had a great time and we had a fabulous turn-out to raise
money for Aussie Rescue.
The Duck-Off Fun Run raised $840 for Aussie Rescue of Minnesota. THANK YOU everyone who came
out and supported this event!! The highlight of this event was watching the very talented Junior
Handlers begin their career as future duck whisperers ~ Elliot Haider (4), Kody Elmquist (9) , Morgan
Tate (13), and Piper Tate (19 months).
ASCA Trial Results
Advanced
1. Traine/
Clark
111
Australian Kelpie
2. Zelda/ Schneider 103.5
Australian Shepherd
3. Mist/Clark
99.5
Border Collie
Open
1. Cutter/Dusek
102
Australian Shepherd
High in Trial Other Breed: Traine/Clark
High in Trial Australian Shepherd: Zelda/Schneider
AHBA Trial Results
Level III
1. Train/ Clarke
88
Australian Kelpie
Leve II
1. Mist/ Clarke
86
Border Collie
2. Zelda/ Schneider 82
Australian Shepherd
3. Hurry/ Ebert
76
Australian Shepherd
High in Trial Other Breed: Traine/Clark
High in Trial Australian Shepherd: Zelda/Schneider
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Started
1. Lark/ Vezina
Border Collie
2. Geo/ Eaton
Border Collie
3. Rodeo/ Bunker
Australian Shepherd
4. Terra/ Dusek
Australian Shepherd
Level I
1. Geo/ Eaton
Border Collie
2. Lark/ Vezina
Border Collie
87
80.5 77
71
70
66
Health
Science &
Polymorphism in the Tyrosine Hydroxylase (TH) Gene Is
Associated with Activity-Impulsivity in German Shepherd Dogs
Abstract
We investigated the association between repeat polymorphism in intron 4 of the tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) gene
and two personality traits, activity-impulsivity and inattention, in German Shepherd Dogs. The behaviour of 104 dogs
was characterized by two instruments: (1) the previously validated Dog-Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Rating
Scale (Dog-ADHD RS) filled in by the dog owners and (2) the newly developed Activity-impulsivity Behavioural Scale (AIBS)
containing four subtests, scored by the experimenters. Internal consistency, inter-observer reliability, test-retest reliability
and convergent validity were demonstrated for AIBS.
Dogs possessing at least one short allele were proved to be more active-impulsive by both instruments, compared to
dogs carrying two copies of the long allele (activity-impulsivity scale of Dog-ADHD RS: p = 0.007; AIBS: p = 0.023).
The results have some potential to support human studies; however, further research should reveal the molecular
function of the TH gene variants, and look for the effect in more breeds.
Article Source: Polymorphism in the Tyrosine Hydroxylase (TH) Gene Is Associated with Activity-Impulsivity in German Shepherd Dogs. Kubinyi E, Vas J, Hejjas K, Ronai
Z, Brúder I, et al. (2012) Polymorphism in the Tyrosine Hydroxylase (TH) Gene Is Associated with Activity-Impulsivity in German Shepherd Dogs. PLoS ONE 7(1): e30271.
doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0030271. http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0030271
Identification of a Novel Idiopathic Epilepsy Locus in Belgian Shepherd Dogs
Abstract
Epilepsy is the most common neurological disorder in dogs, with an incidence ranging from 0.5% to up to 20%
in particular breeds. Canine epilepsy can be etiologically defined as idiopathic or symptomatic. Epileptic seizures may
be classified as focal with or without secondary generalization, or as primary generalized. Nine genes have been
identified for symptomatic (storage diseases) and one for idiopathic epilepsy in different breeds. However, the genetic
background of common canine epilepsies remains unknown. We have studied the clinical and genetic background of
epilepsy in Belgian Shepherds. We collected 159 cases and 148 controls and confirmed the presence of epilepsy through
epilepsy questionnaires and clinical examinations. The MRI was normal while interictal EEG revealed abnormalities
and variable foci in the clinically examined affected dogs. A genome-wide association study using Affymetrix 50K SNP
arrays in 40 cases and 44 controls mapped the epilepsy locus on CFA37, which was replicated in an independent cohort
(81 cases and 88 controls; combined p = 9.70×10−10, OR = 3.3). Fine mapping study defined a ~1 Mb region including
12 genes of which none are known epilepsy genes or encode ion channels. Exonic sequencing was performed for two
candidate genes, KLF7 and ADAM23. No variation was found in KLF7 but a highly-associated non-synonymous
variant, G1203A (R387H) was present in the ADAM23 gene (p = 3.7×10−8, OR = 3.9 for homozygosity). Homozygosity for
a two-SNP haplotype within the ADAM23 gene conferred the highest risk for epilepsy (p = 6.28×10−11, OR = 7.4). ADAM23
interacts with known epilepsy proteins LGI1 and LGI2. However, our data suggests that the ADAM23 variant is a
polymorphism and we have initiated a targeted re-sequencing study across the locus to identify the causative mutation. It
would establish the affected breed as a novel therapeutic model, help to develop a DNA test for breeding purposes
and introduce a novel candidate gene for human idiopathic epilepsies.
Article Source: Identification of a Novel Idiopathic Epilepsy Locus in Belgian Shepherd Dogs, Seppälä EH, Koskinen LLE, Gulløv CH, Jokinen P, Karlskov-Mortensen P, et al.
(2012) Identification of a Novel Idiopathic Epilepsy Locus in Belgian Shepherd Dogs. PLoS ONE 7(3): e33549. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0033549
http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0033549
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Events
ASCA
April
March
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
MN Conf/Ob
MN Conf/Ob
8
9
MN Conf/Rally
10
7
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
MN Agility
12
13
14
15
16
WI Conf/Ob Rally
18
19
20
21
22
Aussie Rescue Pet
Expo
25
26
27
28
Aussie Rescue Pet
Expo
29
30
WI Agility
WI Agility
14
15
16
17
18
19
MN Agility
23
WI Conf/Ob
24
2
MN Agility
11
17
1
20
MN Conformation
21
22
23
28
29
30
24
25
26
27
31
May
June
1
2
3
4
8
9
10
11
1
WI Agility
5
6
7
MN Agility (Duluth)
12
13
14
15
16
21
22
23
12
17
18
24
25
18
MN Conf/Ob
9
25
16
24
4
MN Herding
28
29
30
31
23
30
Other Events (MN Only):
Rally
Herding
Conformation
Mar 15-17 29-31
Apr 5-7 12-14 19-21
May 3-5 10-12 25-27 31
Jun 2 7-9 15-16 28-30
Apr 6-7 26-28
May 4-5 24-26
Jun 8-9
Apr 6-7
May 4-5 24-26
Jun 8-9
Jun 22-23
May 25-26
Jun 8-9 20-23
Mar 23-24
Apr 6-7
May 11-12 25-27
Jun 15-16
Mar 16-17
Apr 20-21
May 18-19 25-27
Jun 7-9
AKC
Obedience
CPE
Agility
NADAC
AKC
6
7
8
WI Herding
WI Conf/Ob/Herding
13
14
15
19
20
21
22
26
27
28
29
WI Conf/Ob/Herding
Upper Midwest ASC & Minnesota ASC
Aussie Advocates
River Rock Valley ASC and Outback ASC
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5
MN Herding
27
MN Herding
11
17
MN Conf/Rally
26
10
WI Agility/Conf/Ob
WI Agility/Conf/Ob
20
3
WI Agility/Conf/Ob
MN Agility (Duluth)
19
2
WI Agility
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Yum
D.I.Y.
&
Doggie Treats
Show Meals
Basic Treat (for doggies)
Mediterranean Wrap (for people)
2 cups 100% organic whole wheat flour
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup couscous, preferably whole-wheat
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 (4oz) jars of pureed baby food - beef,
blueberry, sweet potato, chicken - whatever.
Avoid any with artificial preservatives (should be
easy, most are just pureed veggies and water).
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Mix together to form a stiff dough.
If necessary, add extra flour or water as
needed.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out
dough to about a 1/4 inch thick. Use
cookie cutters to cut into desired shape
or a pizza cutter to make cubes.
4. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper,
place treats about 1/2 inch apart. Bake for
20 - 25 minutes. Allow to cool completely
before storing in a paper bag (storing in an
air-tight container will make them soft, but
they’re still edible).
Photo credit: Judith Wickham
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 pound chicken tenders
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 cup chopped cucumber
4 10-inch spinach or sun-dried
tomato wraps or tortillas
1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in couscous and remove from
the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, combine parsley, mint, lemon juice, oil, garlic, 1/8 teaspoon salt
and pepper in a small bowl.
3. Toss chicken tenders in a medium bowl with 1 tablespoon of the parsley
mixture and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Place the tenders in a large
nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat until cooked though, 3 to 5
minutes per side. Transfer to a clean cutting board. Cut into bite-size pieces
when cool enough to handle.
4. Stir the remaining parsley mixture into the couscous along with tomato and
cucumber.
5. To assemble wraps, spread about 3/4 cup of the couscous mixture onto
each wrap. Divide the chicken among the wraps. Roll the wraps up like a
burrito, tucking in the sides to hold the ingredients in. Serve cut in half.
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