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Ingredients
- 4 oz = 115 g kale leaves
- 1–5 garlic cloves, peeled
- 6 oz = 170 g shredded Swiss cheese
- 6 oz = 170 g full-fat cream cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 254g | |
| Calories 704 | |
| Calories from Fat 420 | 60% |
| Total Fat 47.85g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat 30.32g | 121% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium 359mg | 15% |
| Potassium 503mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 21.25g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 6% |
| Sugars 2.4g | 2% |
| Protein 49.09g | 79% |
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