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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 133g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 366 | |
| Calories from Fat 289 | 79% |
| Total Fat 34.58g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat 30.66g | 123% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium 372mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs 15.9g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 31% |
| Sugars 6.45g | 4% |
| Protein 3.46g | 6% |
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