Best 15 Mini Tuna Loaves Recipes

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Are you looking for a tasty and easy-to-make appetizer or snack? Look no further than mini tuna loaves! These delightful treats are simple to prepare, using just a few basic ingredients, and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Whether you prefer a zesty twist, a savory kick, or a comforting classic flavor, there's a mini tuna loaf recipe out there to tantalize your taste buds. Read on to explore a collection of the best mini tuna loaf recipes, featuring unique flavor combinations and step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of creating these irresistible mini loaves that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA LOAF



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Quick, cheap, tasty and nutritious! Mom used to serve this all the time to our busy family. I replace the 2 lightly beaten eggs with Egg beaters or egg whites and substitute crushed popcorn, or GF cracker/breadcrumbs so that I can continue to enjoy this dish.

Provided by VNess

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 3/4 ounces canned tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, stir together tuna, breadcrumbs, egg, bell pepper, and onion. Then add milk, Worcestershire sauce and Tobasco, and salt and pepper, mixing with your hands.
  • Pack ingredients into a large, greased loaf pan.
  • Bake about 45-50 minutes, until top is golden brown and center is thoroughly cooked. Allow to cool about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 30.7, Sodium 378.8, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 20.2

TUNA LOAF



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An easy, pleasing recipe that is very economical to make and enjoy. I serve with chicken gravy at the table with mashed potatoes and a vegetable or tossed green salad.

Provided by broomrider

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ (10.75 ounce) can milk
1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, crushed
3 slices white bread, crumbled into fine crumbs
½ onion, finely chopped
1 large egg
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large loaf pan.
  • Mix tuna, cream of chicken soup, milk, cracker crumbs, bread crumbs, onion, egg, and black pepper until thoroughly combined and spoon the mixture into the prepared bread pan. Smooth top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the loaf comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 704.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

MINI TUNA LOAVES



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Our Test Kitchen has packed all the comfort of Mom's mouthwatering tuna casserole into six cute, individual serving-sized loaves drizzled with melted cheese. Try this quick and easy recipe on your family and reel in the raves! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen SHOP SMART: When choosing canned tuna, remember: *Solid white tuna (usually albacore, yellowfin or Tongol) is milder in flavor, has whiter meat and is packed in water. *Light meat tuna (usually skipjack or bonita) is stronger in flavor, darker in color and packed in oil or water.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons canola oil
3 cans (5 ounces each) white water-packed solid tuna, chopped
2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in oil for 5 minutes or until tender. In a large bowl, combine the tuna, bread crumbs, wheat germ, eggs, milk, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir in celery mixture. Shape into 6 oval loaves. , Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5 minutes longer., Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaf in foil, then freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap loaf; reheat on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 578mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI MEATLOAVES



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Simple basic weeknight dinner. There's a mixture of pork and turkey to keep it meaty and flavorful. But you can use all ground turkey if you like. The football shape is perfect for a game night.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces lean ground pork
8 ounces lean ground turkey
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
4 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano, plus more for garnish, optional
2 large egg whites
1 medium red onion, grated (about 1/3 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Gently combine the pork and turkey by hand in a large bowl. Stir together the oats, 2 tablespoons of the ketchup, 1/2 tablespoon of the mustard, the soy sauce, oregano, egg whites, onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl until combined. Add the oat mixture to the meat mixture and combine by hand until just incorporated.
  • Form the meatloaf mixture into 4 small football-shaped loaves, about 4 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick, and place on the prepared pan. Stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons ketchup and 1/2 tablespoon mustard in a small bowl. Brush some of the ketchup mixture on each meatloaf.
  • Bake until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Garnish with additional fresh oregano if desired, and serve.

MINI TUNA CASSEROLES



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I CAN whip up this dish in a hurry, and it's perfect for a light supper or luncheon for two. I always have a can of tuna on my pantry shelf, and when I prepare it, I feel I've served us a healthy, nutritious meal. -Rebecca Reese, Jacksboro, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained
1 cup crushed potato chips, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onions in butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the tuna, 1/2 cup of potato chips and pepper. , Pour into two greased 8-oz. baking dishes. Sprinkle with remaining potato chips. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 619mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

MINI CHICKEN LOAVES



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Have a delicious entree ready in only 15 minutes with this speedy recipe from Lorraine Caland. "These loaves are perfect any time of the year," she writes from Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup salsa, divided
3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground chicken

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup salsa, corn, bread crumbs, chili powder, salt and pepper. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into four loaves; place in an 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish coated with cooking spray. , Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Serve with remaining salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI MEATLOAVES



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An updated retro favourite that makes a cheap and easy family meal

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tsp olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
1 carrot , finely chopped
50g fresh breadcrumb
175ml passata
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 egg , beaten
500g lean beef or pork mince
2 tsp thyme leaves
2 plum tomatoes , halved, seeds scraped out
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6 and heat 1 tsp oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and carrot and soften for 10 mins. Scrape into a large bowl, then add the breadcrumbs, 5 tbsp of the passata, the Worcestershire sauce, egg, mince, half the thyme and some seasoning. Mix well.
  • Brush 4 large ramekins or 6 muffin tins with the remaining oil. Press the mince mixture into them, then pour the remaining passata over the top. Top each with a tomato half, sprinkled with a pinch of sugar, salt and pepper and the remaining thyme. Bake for 50 mins until cooked through, then serve with Chive mash (recipe below).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.08 milligram of sodium

MINI MEATLOAVES



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Quick and easy to make. A family favorite. The ketchup and brown sugar give these loaves a tangy flavor.

Provided by Tonya Swope

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
¾ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
⅔ cup ketchup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese, oats and salt. Add the ground beef, mixing well, and form this mixture into eight miniature meatloaves. Place these in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard. Stir thoroughly and spread over each meatloaf.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 656 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

MICHELLE'S MARVELOUS MINI MEAT LOAVES



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This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe that pairs well with lightly seasoned, oven roasted potatoes and steamed broccoli or a salad.

Provided by stellaaa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup rolled oats
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup ketchup
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir ground beef, onion, oats, Cheddar cheese, milk, egg, and salt together in a bowl; mix well. Divide meat mixture into 8 equal portions and form each into a loaf shape. Place loaves in prepared baking dish.
  • Stir ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together in a bowl until smooth. Spread ketchup mixture over meat loaves.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 656.6 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

MIGHTY MINI LOAVES



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Single-serve mini meatloaves.

Provided by Karie Karlson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Pork Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package bacon
1 cup dry bread stuffing mix
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 egg
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
⅔ cup ketchup
⅔ cup prepared yellow mustard
¼ cup brown sugar
1 medium onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and let cool; crumble.
  • Place bacon, stuffing, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire, soy sauce, egg, onion soup mix, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix well. Divide meat mixture into 6 individual portions. Mold each portion into oval-like shapes. Press top of each oval in and add Swiss cheese. Mold meat back up over the tops, enclosing cheese.
  • Mix ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar together in a separate bowl. Cover each loaf with mixture. Place loaves in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • While loaves bake, saute onion over medium-high heat in a frying pan, 5 to 7 minutes. Top baked loaves with onions and let stand for 5 minutes to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 2506.4 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

MINI MEATLOAVES



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Quick and easy to make. A family favorite. The ketchup and brown sugar give these loaves a fantastic flavor!

Provided by NanaPuddin

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
3/4 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb ground beef
2/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese, breadcrumbs and salt. Add the ground beef, mixing well, and form this mixture into six to eight miniature meatloaves. Place these in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard. Stir thoroughly and spread over each meatloaf.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.

MINI WHITE BREADS



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These small, perfectly portioned loaves have a wonderful flavor and texture.-Nila Towler, Baird, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 loaves (4 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons butter, melted
Additional melted butter

Steps:

  • Combine yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl. Add 11/2 cups of flour, salt, milk and butter. Mix for 3 minutes on medium speed. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Punch dough down; shape into loaves. Place in two greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes., Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Brush tops with melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI LEMON LOAVES



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I got this out of a magazine a few years ago and have been making it ever since. The key is to poke holes into the tops and then brush with glaze....Delicious!

Provided by Navy Mom

Categories     Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 mini loaves

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large lemon
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350.
  • Grease three mini loaf pans.
  • From lemon, grate 1 tablespoon peel and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In bowl, beat oil and 1 cup sugar on high speed 2 minutes.
  • Beat in eggs and lemon peel.
  • At low speed, beat in flour mixture until combined.
  • Beat in milk; stir in nuts.
  • Spoon batter into loaf pans.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes.
  • In cup, mix lemon juice and 2 tablespoons sugar.
  • Poke holes all over tops of loaves with a skewer; brush with sugar mixture.
  • Cool in pans 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.

LITTLE MEAT LOAVES



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These individual meat loaves are topped with a sweet and tangy sauce. The sausage in this recipe yields a more complex flavor than your standard meat loaf.

Provided by ELIZABETH 45

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggs, beaten
¾ cup crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried Italian-style seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground sausage
1 cup ketchup
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cracker crumbs, milk, cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, Italian-style seasoning, garlic salt, ground beef and ground sausage. Mix this together well and form into individual loaves. Place the loaves in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Mix this together well and spoon some of this sauce over each loaf. Garnish each loaf with some Parmesan cheese and seasoning to taste.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1918.6 mg, Sugar 30.7 g

MINI SALMON LOAF



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This nicely textured salmon loaf accompanied by a pleasing dill sauce is perfect for two. "I've made it many, many times," relates Patricia Gould of Canaan, New Hampshire.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (7-1/2 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
DILL SAUCE:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon 2% milk
2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper and celery mixture. Crumble salmon over mixture and mix well. Transfer to a greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan., Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Serve with salmon loaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 884 calories, Fat 75g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 1386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil and is sustainably sourced.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better the tuna loaves will taste.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the tuna loaves tough.
  • Bake the tuna loaves at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust.
  • Let the tuna loaves cool slightly before serving. This will help them to hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Mini tuna loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will enjoy. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find your perfect recipe.

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