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Milk-Braised Pork or Veal Loin with Fresh Herbs, Italian Style (Arrosto al Latte) Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs / 1,3 kg boneless pork or veal loin, tied
- ~10 sage leaves
- 1 medium sprig of rosemary
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- ~1 1/2 cup whole milk (for more info read the instructions)
- salt and pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 116g | |
| Calories 973 | |
| Calories from Fat 959 | 99% |
| Total Fat 108.53g | 136% |
| Saturated Fat 15.16g | 61% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 54mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 3.84g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 5% |
| Sugars 0.05g | 0% |
| Protein 0.49g | 1% |
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