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Ingredients
- Under the Bridge – Red Hot Chili Peppers
- You Can Close Your Eyes – James Taylor
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 180g | |
| Calories 566 | |
| Calories from Fat 354 | 63% |
| Total Fat 39.21g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat 15.58g | 62% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 188mg | 63% |
| Sodium 119mg | 5% |
| Potassium 432mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 0.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.0g | 0% |
| Protein 49.92g | 80% |
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