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Ingredients
- 12oz (360gr) ground beef
- 2 tbs dried bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbs red wine
- 1 tbs ketchup
- 1 tbs Dijon-style mustard
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- The Sauce
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 red pepper, chopped
- 4oz (120gr) mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 2 cups (15oz, 450gr) tomatoes, chopped, all juices reserved
- 1/4 cup (4oz, 120ml) beef broth
- 4 tbs tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1/2 cup (2oz, 60gr) freshly grated Parmesan
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 395g | |
| Calories 498 | |
| Calories from Fat 217 | 44% |
| Total Fat 24.5g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat 5.32g | 21% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 202mg | 67% |
| Sodium 1185mg | 49% |
| Potassium 1423mg | 41% |
| Total Carbs 54.89g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 33% |
| Sugars 27.54g | 18% |
| Protein 18.5g | 30% |
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