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Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese on Polenta Rounds, spike heels for everyone! Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 tbs + 1 tsp polenta
- 1/2 cup (4oz, 120ml) chicken stock
- 3 tbs chopped walnuts
- 3 tbs finely chopped shallots
- 1 tbs chopped fresh sage
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 4 tbs soft goat cheese
- 8 – 10 thin slices butternut squash, from the ‘neck’ end
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 146g | |
| Calories 531 | |
| Calories from Fat 368 | 69% |
| Total Fat 42.07g | 53% |
| Saturated Fat 12.52g | 50% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium 224mg | 9% |
| Potassium 207mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 25.47g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 8% |
| Sugars 1.97g | 1% |
| Protein 14.92g | 24% |
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