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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 500g (1 lb.) of egg fettuccine (if you’re making homemade, use 5 eggs)
- 250g (1/2 lb.) butter, preferably of the cultured “European style” type
- 250g (1/2 lb.) freshly grated imported parmigiano-reggiano cheese
- Salt, to taste
- A grinding of fresh pepper (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 37g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 271 | |
| Calories from Fat 269 | 99% |
| Total Fat 30.66g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat 19.42g | 78% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium 218mg | 9% |
| Potassium 9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 0.02g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.02g | 0% |
| Protein 0.32g | 1% |
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