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Ingredients
- 1 roasted red bell pepper
- 2 oz. Philadelphia cream cheese
- 3 tsp vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Leeks:
- 4 large leeks
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp capers
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 260g | |
| Calories 243 | |
| Calories from Fat 175 | 72% |
| Total Fat 19.92g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat 11.02g | 44% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium 1574mg | 66% |
| Potassium 327mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 12.67g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 10% |
| Sugars 7.05g | 5% |
| Protein 5.12g | 8% |
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