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Ingredients
- 1 12-14 ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained and frozen (I use Mori-Nu tofu)
- 2-3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons ranch seasoning
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 446g | |
| Calories 1016 | |
| Calories from Fat 550 | 54% |
| Total Fat 60.98g | 76% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 70% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 302mg | 101% |
| Sodium 1445mg | 60% |
| Potassium 805mg | 23% |
| Total Carbs 31.8g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugars 0.11g | 0% |
| Protein 79.11g | 127% |
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