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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 76g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 265 | |
| Calories from Fat 233 | 88% |
| Total Fat 26.46g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 16.38g | 66% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium 43mg | 2% |
| Potassium 61mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 6.19g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugars 1.36g | 1% |
| Protein 1.85g | 3% |
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