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The $ 4 pork tenderloin sandwich is a one-pound pork tenderloin pounded thin and served on a small hamburger bun with pickles and mustard. Guests wanting lettuce, tomato, or other condiments must pay a "Hoosier Tax" for the extra fixings.
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