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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 105g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 399 | |
| Calories from Fat 205 | 51% |
| Total Fat 23.53g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 10.77g | 43% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium 261mg | 11% |
| Potassium 110mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 45.26g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 7% |
| Sugars 26.62g | 18% |
| Protein 4.47g | 7% |
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