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Ingredients
- 10 ounces (about 2 cups) yuca flour (almidon de yuca)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 474g | |
| Calories 1012 | |
| Calories from Fat 791 | 78% |
| Total Fat 89.62g | 112% |
| Saturated Fat 52.74g | 211% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 638mg | 213% |
| Sodium 4592mg | 191% |
| Potassium 561mg | 16% |
| Total Carbs 13.86g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 14.09g | 9% |
| Protein 40.09g | 64% |
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