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We ordered six jars, made enchiladas with one and then ordered six more!","reviewer_name":"Connie Vermeer"}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://freshchileco.com/products/2023-big-jim-hatch-chile-enchilada-sauce","reddit_insights":{"match":{"notes":"Threads 2 and 4 discuss products from Fresh Chile Co, including sauces and salsas. 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