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Ingredients
- 1/2 shallot, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Pinch kosher salt
- Pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp plus 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 224g | |
| Calories 1487 | |
| Calories from Fat 1436 | 97% |
| Total Fat 162.42g | 203% |
| Saturated Fat 22.4g | 90% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 284mg | 12% |
| Potassium 83mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 9.94g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 7.55g | 5% |
| Protein 0.86g | 1% |
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