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Mahi Mahi, also known as the Dorado or Dolphin fish is a beautiful fish that is not only sustainable but very easy to cook. It has a firm white flesh that is fairly mild in flavour. This makes it quite adaptable, hearty enough to grill and yet firm enough to sear, glaze, fry, etc. making it very versatile. Don't confuse it with the common Dolphin. This is not Flipper. Don't worry. Far from being even closely related to its namesake Mahi Mahi is highly sustainable, responsibly fished and harvested due to strong regulations. They spawn and grow rapidly, which helps to keep their population stable.
The people at Seafresh recently sent me some to try. I was quite excited at the opportunity to try a new fish I had never tried before! I decided to give it a somewhat simple treatment. I created a sweet and savoury rub to coat it with and then simply pan seared it until it was nicely blackened on the outside, but perfectly cooked on the inside.
I had to do some research on the fish first so that I knew how to cook it properly. I learnt a lot about it and about what it might taste like. Having never tasted it before I was flying in the dark here!
It is a carnivorous fish which gathers in schools which mostly eat forage fish. The word Mahi (Hawaiian) means strong and these fish are strong and fast swimmers.
They are brightly coloured and mostly found in Pacific waters, although they can also be found in the Atlantic.
They are considered to be highly nutritious and rich in Iron and low-fat protein. Low in sodium and rich in Omega-3, which not only are good for your heart but also help to combat cancer.
It is also a great source of essential minerals and important B vitamins, so altogether it can be considered a fairly healthy fish to eat. It is however high in cholesterol so if you are watching yours, you will still want to consume it in moderation.
I was told that it had a fairly mild flavour . . . not a "strong fishy" flavour. I am not fond of overly fishy flavoured fish. I can just about tolerate Salmon.
So what did it taste like?
It was definitely not benign in flavour like cod, it was probably more like Halibut, so not unpleasant at all.
I was quite surprised that the flesh turned out as white as it did when cooked. It was quite darkish raw so I expected it to cook dark, but it was not dark in the least!
Other than that searing rub I put onto it . . . the interior flesh was cream-coloured when cooked . . .
It had a very firm texture, which I think would make it excellent for using in Fish Tacos, or for grilling on the BBQ.
I am thinking it would also be lovely stir fried . . .
I had made a lime and honey dressed coleslaw to go with it, almost like a pickle, except fresher . . .
It went very well. I would highly recommend. I can't wait to try it again one day!
Yield: 4
Pan Seared Mahi Mahi
Mahi Mahi rubbed with a delicous blend of savoury and sweet spice and then pan seared to perfection. Delicious!
ingredients:
- 4 Mahi Mahi fillets (each about 4 - 6 ounces)
- 1 1/2 tsp smoked Spanish Paprika
- 1 tsp dark soft brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (not salt)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (not salt)
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1 TBS light olive oil for frying
instructions:
How to cook Pan Seared Mahi Mahi
- Mix together the paprika, sugar, garlic and onion powders, salt, cumin, chili, black pepper and oregano in a small bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning over both sides of each fillet and rub it in.
- Heat the oil in a large heavy based pa over medium high heat. Add the fish fillets, presentation side down and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the fish reaches your desired level of doneness, bearing in mind that it will continue to cook while it sits. Serve hot with your desired accompaniments.
Here is the recipe for the sweet and tangy coleslaw which I made to serve with the fish. It went down a real treat. Do beware however it is more like a pickle and will not keep well, so whilst you can prep the vegetables ahead of time, you shouldn't dress them until just prior to serving.
Honey Lime Coleslaw
Yield: 4
This is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy. It doesn't keep well so you will want to eat it on the day. You can prepare the vegetables ahead of time, but don't dress until just prior to serving.
ingredients:
For the salad:
- 1 cup of green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
- 1 small red pepper, trimmed, deseeded and thinly sliced
- 3 spring onions, finely sliced
For the dressing:
- the finely grated zest and juice of one lime
- 1 TBS liquid honey
- 1/8 tsp powdered garlic
- 2 TBS light olive oil
- 1 TBS dried coriander leaf
instructions:
How to cook Honey Lime Coleslaw
- Toss all of the vegetables together in a bowl. Whisk together the dressing ingredients to amalgamate thoroughly. Pour over the vegetables and toss all together to combine. Serve immediately.
Here you can see how creamy white the flesh actually was when it was cooked, a complete contrast to what I had expected when I first saw this fish raw. Seafresh is an on line fish monger, which sells quality fish, seafood,
poultry and meat. If you can recall, I was very impressed with both
their product and their delivery service! There was absolutely nothing
that I could fault with any of it. Feel free to read about my experience here. Many thanks to Seafresh for sending me this Mahi Mahi to try. There doesn't appear to be any Mahi Mahi available on their page at the moment,but keep checking back to their website to see when it becomes available again.
A few things about Seafresh:
- Same Day dispatch on orders received before 1 PM.
- All packages are carefully hand packed.
- Free delivery on orders above £50, £8 on orders below that amount.
- Responsibly and sustainably sourced.
- Air Blast Frozen at source within 4 hours of being caught.
- Wide variety to choose from.
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Note - Although I was gifted with product free of charge for the purposes of review, I was not required to write a positive review in exchange, nor would my integrity allow me to recommend anything if I did not truly like it. Any and all my opinions are my own entirely.
Up Tomorrow: Irish Oatmeal Muffins
One thing I love about the warmer months is Salads! We are no longer craving the hearty sustenance that we craved all winter but are longing for lighter, fresher flavors and ways to really incorporate as much of the fresh produce available at this time of year as we can!
I am a person who enjoys salads any time of year, but in the summer months we can get a bit more inventive with them, and pasta salads are a wonderful way to do that. A tiny bit heartier than a bit of lettuce and cucumber they go really well with all of our BBQ's, Picnics, Pot Lucks and outdoor eating!
Today I am sharing some of my absolute favorite pasta salads, each one designed to bring some flavor and flair to all of your warm weather meals! Quick, easy and yes, delicious!
Be sure to scroll down to the bottom to read all of my hints and tips for making this the best pasta salad season ever!
TURKEY, SOUR CHERRY, & ALMOND PASTA SALAD - This is a lovely main dish salad. I like to use farfalle (bowtie)pasta for this, whole wheat if I can get it It has the perfect shape to use in a pasta salad. Nice and open, but with a few little pleats to hold in the dressing.
And the dressing for this salad is delicious. A homemade poppy seed dressing that is lovely and tangy from fresh lemon juice, with a bit of punch from Dijon mustard and sweetness from creamy honey.
The salad itself boasts the inclusion of cubed cooked turkey breast. You could also use chicken if you don't have any turkey. Also in the mix are dried sour cherries for a bit of sweet tartness, sharp red onions, crunchy celery and salted almonds . . . and creamy tangy Gorgonzola cheese.
ITALIAN PASTA SALAD - This fabulous salad is a small batch salad designed to feed only two people, but can be very easily multiplied to feed more! Italian Pasta Salad is actually a pretty versatile salad. Basically you can add any Italian style ingredients you wish. I used a hard Italian Salami in this version, but you could also use bite sized bits of pepperoni!
Bocconcini, fresh peppers, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, artichokes, salami and a punchy Italian dressing complete the picture. You will want to use a nice corkscrew type of pasta that helps to hug in all of that tasty dressing!
BACON & TOMATO PASTA SALAD - All the flavors of your favorite toasted sandwich in a delicious salad! With fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp bacon, spring onions and celery.
Mix that with some fusilli and a punchy creamy dressing and you have a salad combination that goes with just about anything!
GREEK PASTA SALAD - This delicious salad embodies all of the elements of a good Greek Salad with fresh crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, plenty of parsley and a delicious red wine herbed dressing.
Oh, and pasta twists, which while not exactly traditional, make this a fabulously tasty and hearty salad! Don't have pasta twists? Use any other pasta that will work to hug all of that fabulous red wine herby dressing and hold it close!!
TEX MEX PASTA SALAD - with red and yellow cherry tomatoes, red onions, peppers, sweet corn, avocado, coriander and black beans! Add a zippy Tex Mex dressing and Bob's your Uncle! This salad goes well with all of your BBQ favorites!
I love to use Farfalle for this one. Add some cubed cooked meat or cheese and you can easily turn this fabulous salad into a delicious main dish salad!
PASTA SALAD WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS & TOMATOES - This is a beautiful salad which I like to make each year which showcases this lovely vegetable beautifully. I quite simply adore roasted asparagus, and it shines in this simple and quick salad, which also contains roasted cherry tomatoes, and al dente farfalle pasta.
I make a simple dressing for it by mixing some lemon mayonnaise, ranch dressing and a bit of fresh basil pesto. Tossed together and garnished with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese you would be hard pressed to find a tastier salad!
CREAMY MACARONI SALAD - this simple salad which dresses up well with a bit of crunch and colour, which you get from the liberal use of fresh vegetables here . . . celery, carrots, radishes, onion and peppers . . .
The dressing for this tasty salad is not overly mayonnaise-y . . . it's lightened a bit with the use of salad cream, and some fresh and tangy lemon juice, with just a hint of sugar to counteract the tartness of the lemon so that it doesn't smack you in the face and make your jaws ache.
BUFFALO CHICKEN PASTA SALAD - This really is an excellent chicken salad. It does pack a bit of a punch. I only add the smaller amount of hot pepper sauce. (I used Chiloula) It is plenty hot with that, but if you are a lover of really hot and spicy, do add more!
In addition there is plenty of crunch from the use of celery & carrot and some sharpness from chopped spring onions. An added creaminess comes from a hint of blue cheese. This is a great way to showcase leftover cooked chicken in a most delicious way!
PASTA SALAD PRIMAVERA - An old weight watchers favorite salad with plenty of fresh vegetables . . . cauliflower, broccoli, cherry tomatoes and red onions . . . chopped fresh basil.
There are as many vegetables in this tasty salad as there is pasta but you won't miss it. Its fabulously tasty with a beautiful punchy homemade Italian dressing and Parmesan cheese!
MACARONI COLESLAW - A delicious mash-up of two summer classics, this Macaroni Coleslaw is loaded with plenty of texture and great flavors!
Not to mention crunch! I do love crunch in a salad, don't you? I also love color! This tasty combination can be as colorful as you like, depending on the coleslaw mix that you use.
FIVE RULES TO FOLLOW WHEN MAKING PASTA SALADS
1. Always make sure to use the right type of pasta shape for your particular salad. This depends on the dressing you are using. A vinaigrette dressing is suited to almost any shape, but if you are using a creamy dressing you will want to use a pasta which will hug onto and hold the dressing.
2. Take care not to over cook the pasta, or under cook the pasta. Remember your pasta will absorb some of the dressing and soften a bit upon standing, so you want your pasta to be cooked just to al dente. Crunchy under-cooked pasta is never good any time. Follow the directions included on your package of pasta to get it right!
3. Make sure you season your pasta right, which means cooking it in salted boiling water, and then tasting it when its done. If you think it needs a bit more salt or pepper then add it. Just be careful not to add too much. You cannot remove what is already done.
4. Unless otherwise directed do not dress your pasta salads while the pasta is still warm. Warm pasta will soak up all of your dressing and leave you with a dry pasta salad. You can add half of the dressing while it is still warm, but hold off on adding the remainder until the salad is completely cold.
5. Take care not to make your salad too far in advance or you will end up with a bowl of soggy pasta. Making it on the day you are actually going to serve it is a great rule of thumb to follow.
If you follow these five rules there is no reason why your pasta salads can not all be delicious and popular at any gathering!
One final rule, less is more! Don't be tempted to go overboard with either the dressing or the add ins!
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Ahhh . . . the perfect baked potato. Crisp and slightly salted on the outside, and creamy white and fluffy on the inside.
The first meal I ever had in England was a Jacket potato, served at one of those fast food kiosks at Euston Station. We were waiting for the train to take Todd and myself up to Chester, and it was a long wait. We were both starving. I had never seen anything like it in my life. The potato was enormous and came wrapped in silver foil, sitting in a styrafoam type of bowl/box. Split open, right through the foil, and mounded with oodles and ooodles of cheese.
I know . . . I was playing it safe. I had never heard of the toppings they suggested on the menu before . . . things like Tuna and Sweetcorn, Coleslaw, baked beans etc. Cheese seemed to be the least wierd to me.
Oh, we had baked potatoes at home, but we called them baked potatoes. Somehow the term Jacket Potato sounds exotic and even more delicious. Back home we would more than likely top them with some butter, sour cream, chopped spring onions and bacon bits . . . and they would be for the most part an accompaniment to a main course . . . usually a steak . . .
Sometimes my mom would even dig out the insides and mix the potato flesh with cheese, butter, onion and milk . . . and then she would stuff it back into the skins. Those were one of our favourite treats when I was growing up. We'd each get one half of a potato, and it was never enough . . . we were always left wanting more.
I had never heard of them being used as the whole entree.
It was good. Hot, filling and very cheesy. The potato could have been cooked better through. Wrapped in foil, it was for the most part steamed . . . you couldn't really call it baked . . . but when you're starving, you're just not that picky.
Once you have tried a tasty baked potato, that has been washed, lightly salted and then baked in a hot oven directly on the oven rack . . . once you have bitten into that crisp brown and salty skin, covering a beautifully fluffy rich centre . . . you'll never settle for a second rate tinfoil steamed potato again.
Seriously.
You want a nice fluffy type of potato to begin with . . . something like a Maris Piper, or a King Edward, my personal favourite. Waxy potatoes just won't do. They don't fluff up, but remain solid. You also want a biggun. That's if you are going for a whole meal experience. You can do smaller ones of course, and in truth the small ones are quite tasty when baked in the convection oven.
The toppings are where you get to let your imaginations run wild, and where you can turn this delicious beast into a full meal instead of a pale accompaniment . . . Tinned baked beans, hot and steaming and slathered with grated cheese, which melts into all that beany goodness, which in turn is soaking into that potato fluff. Tuna salad, with lots of chopped red onion, mayo and celery, spooned onto the top and into that creamy white fluffy crevice. If you are feeling really brave, add some sweet corn, (it's not as strange and inedible as it sounds) . . . A nice fat tub of coleslaw (I like the cheese coleslaw) ladled on top, all crunchy and saucy, just perfect with that soulful mealiness beneath . . . simple cheese, bacon and onion, along with a splash of sour cream . . . perfection, simple butter, sea salt and pepper, bliss . . . bliss . . . bliss . . .
I love that name . . . Jacket Potato . . . it sounds like something all dressed up and fit for a king.
In truth . . . this is fit for a king. Simple??? Certainly. Common??? Definitely not. Nigel Slater recommends Karate chopping it open, but me, I'm not that brave. I just hack it open with a knife . . .
*Jacket Potato with Chili and Cheese*
Serves 2
Printable Recipe
Comfort food at it's best.
2 large baking potatoes
sea salt
410g tin of chili con carne
(I used Stagg)
2 ounces strong cheddar cheese, grated
Pre-heat the oven to 200*C/400*F. Scrub the potatoes well and then while they are still damp, dust them lightly with the sea salt and allow to air dry for several minutes. Prick in a few places with a fork so that they don't burst in the oven and then place them into the heated oven, directly on the oven rack.
Bake until crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. (They will yield lightly when pressed with a gloved hand) This will take between 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the variety and size of your potatoes.
About 10 minutes before the potatoes are done, empty the chili into a saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring occasionally until heated through and bubbling. Grate the cheese on the large holes of a box grater.
Take your baked potatoes from the oven. Cut an x into the top of each and squeeze them slightly to fluff up the insides. If you want, now is the time to fork in a bit of butter. Place the potatoes onto two heated plates. Spoon the hot chili over top of each, and sprinkle on the grated cheese, dividing it between both potatoes. Serve immediately.
Here we are with day three of the Crispy Chicken recipes. This is the second recipe using the leftovers from that delicious Crispy Chicken with Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce.
If you didn't cook extra you are going to regret that decision now!
Imagine a deliciously simple hot chicken sandwich composed of a brioche bun, split and toasted and slathered with a spicy garlic mayo . . .
Imagine a deliciously simple hot chicken sandwich composed of a brioche bun, split and toasted and slathered with a spicy garlic mayo . . .
topped with a crispy coated and tender well flavoured chicken breast . . .
Now top that crispy coated and tender well-flavoured chicken breast, sitting on that spicy garlic mayo, sitting on that toasted brioche bun . . .
with a delicious pile of sweet and tangy coleslaw vinaigrette! Then of course the toasted top of the bun.
If THIS is not the best hot chicken sandwich you have ever eaten . . . I'll eat my hat.
'Nuff said. Try it. You will love it. I guarantee.
*Crispy Chicken Sandwiches*
Serves 4
These are delicious. I need say no more. If you don't make these, you are missing out on something really special. Serves 4
and pounded to an even thickness
salt and black pepper
oil for frying
For the coleslaw:
(Use a knife so you get strands)
1 medium carrot, peeled and shreddedsalt and black pepper to taste
You will also need 4 toasted buns (I used brioche buns, lovely)
Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet. Once it is hot, add the chicken pieces one or two at a time. Cook on one side until golden brown, about 4 minutes, flip over and cook until golden on the other side. Repeat until they are all done. Drain on paper towelling.
Note - If you have saved chicken from cooking the other day you will not need to bread and fry the chicken, as it will already be done. Simply reheat in a medium oven until hot through.
It seems these days that every time I go to the grocery store my shopping cart is costing me more and more. The cost of food is rising at an exorbitant rate! I don't know how families are making ends meet.
This tasty casserole recipe I am sharing with you today comes from the pages of my big blue binder and it is a great way of making a bit of this and a bit of that stretch a long way in a most delicious way. It is a store cupboard family favorite!
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My children used to love this when I made it for them. I confess, I love it too. Its creamy and delicious and quite hearty. All you need on the side is some crusty bread, a vegetable and perhaps a salad of some sort.
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These days it would be coleslaw of some sort as the cost of lettuce is going through the roof at the moment for some reason. I like this Deli Coleslaw.
This tangy cold salad is delicious. It's quite different than your usual creamy coleslaw in that there is no mayonnaise involved, just a simple oil and vinegar dressing. It goes great next to deli sandwiches or even on deli sandwiches!
And it makes the perfect side dish when you are serving a casserole. It also lasts for days in the refrigerator, unlike the mayonnaise kind.
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This Corned Beef and Macaroni Casserole is the type of dish your grandmother might have made or maybe even your mom. Hearty and delicious it goes together very quickly and uses basic store cupboard ingredients.
The recipe comes from the pages of my Big Blue Binder. I am pretty sure it is a recipe I got from my friend Leona probably 40 odd years ago now!
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WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE CORNED BEEF AND MACARONI CASSEROLE
Simple store cupboard ingredients.
- 1 cup (116g) dry macaroni
- 1 (12 oz/340g) tin of corned beef
- 1 cup (120g) grated strong cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1 can (10.74 oz/400g) tin of condensed cream of chicken soup
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 small onion, peeled and minced
- 3/4 cup (45g) cracker crumbs
- 1 TBS butter, melted
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I am not a tinned corned beef snob. It comes in really handy. We enjoy it in Corned Beef hash and even in sandwiches. In the UK, you can buy it sliced and ready to pop into sandwiches and they are delicious!
I am also not a tinned soup snob. I always buy several cans when it comes on offer. It is very useful for things like casseroles such as this one. In the UK, know that I mean condensed soup, such as Batchelors. This is the kind of soup that you need to add milk or water to.
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HOW TO MAKE CORNED BEEF AND MACARONI CASSEROLE
This is a very simple and quick make, which makes it the ideal weeknight casserole for these busy days before the holidays when we don't know if we are coming and going!
Preheat the oven to 375*F/190*C/ gas mark 5. Butter an 8-inch square, 2-inch-deep baking dish. Set aside.
Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain well and then return to the saucepan. Mix in the milk and soup until well combined. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. Stir in the cheddar cheese and onion. Crumble in the corned beef.
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Turn this mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Stir together the cracker crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle this evenly over top of the casserole dish. Cover tightly with foil.
Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for a further 15 minutes until the cracker crumbs are nice and golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Serve hot with a vegetable, some crusty bread and salad of some type on the side.
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If you are not fond of tinned corned beef you can use other meats in its place. Ham, cooked hamburger, chicken, etc. All work well. Even tuna or salmon would be nice.
It's a great way to make your food dollar stretch. For the smaller family, it also freezes very well. Just break it down into two casseroles, bake one and freeze the other.
I can say with authority as well that any leftovers are brilliant fried up in some butter in a skillet. (Yes, I am that person!)
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A delicious spin on an old family favorite with plenty of meat, sauce, pasta and vegetables. You can vary the cost depending on the meat you choose to use. Obviously ground steak will cost more than hamburger or ground turkey. This is comfort food pure and simple. The pasta helps to stretch things and keeps everything nice and hearty. A bit of bread and some salad on the side and dinner is served!
This easy recipe for sausage and potatoes in the oven has to be one of my most popular recipes on here. It has had literally millions of views. No surprise there. This is a FABULOUS recipe.
I love sheet pan suppers. They are so quick and easy to make and when you are talking about smoked sausage and potatoes, DELICIOUS as well! In this house we like to enjoy this with tinned baked beans! But any vegetable would work well on the side!
Yield: 4
Macaroni & Corned Beef Casserole
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 1 HourTotal time: 1 H & 10 M
This store cupboard special is a really tasty money saver! Old fashioned delicious. This is the type of dish your grandmother would have cooked.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (116g) dry macaroni
- 1 (12 oz/340g) tin of corned beef
- 1 cup (120g) grated strong cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1 can (10.74 oz/400g) tin of condensed cream of chicken soup
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 small onion, peeled and minced
- 3/4 cup (45g) cracker crumbs
- 1 TBS butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375*F/190*C/ gas mark 5. Butter an 8-inch square, 2-inch-deep baking dish. Set aside.
- Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain well and then return to the saucepan. Mix in the milk and soup until well combined. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. Stir in the cheddar cheese and onion. Crumble in the corned beef.
- Turn this mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- Stir together the cracker crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle this evenly over top of the casserole dish. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for a further 15 minutes until the cracker crumbs are nice and golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
- Serve hot with a vegetable, some crusty bread and salad of some type on the side.
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