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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bunch kale, washed, stems removed, chopped
- handful amaretti cookies, crushed (about 4 cookies if you use Lazzaroni brand)
- 1/2 ripe pear, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 oz. shaved / shredded Parmesan cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 278g | |
| Calories 705 | |
| Calories from Fat 463 | 66% |
| Total Fat 52.58g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat 19.41g | 78% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium 1500mg | 63% |
| Potassium 481mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 23.36g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 12% |
| Sugars 11.03g | 7% |
| Protein 36.64g | 59% |
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