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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 (12-ounce) beef cheeks, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
- 1/2 celery rib, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups red wine (preferably a dry Lambrusco or Chianti)
- 1 (28- to 32-ounce) can whole tomatoes including juice, chopped (3 cups)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 177g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 238 | |
| Calories from Fat 120 | 50% |
| Total Fat 13.62g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 1.89g | 8% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 891mg | 37% |
| Potassium 247mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 7.4g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugars 2.51g | 2% |
| Protein 0.65g | 1% |
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