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Ingredients
- 530 grams wholegrain spelt flour (or semi-complet)
- 1 tbsp runny honey
- 320-350 grams water, depending on flour used
- 10 grams unrefined sea or rock salt
- 80 ml sourdough starter
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 415g | |
| Calories 255 | |
| Calories from Fat 15 | 6% |
| Total Fat 1.71g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.4g | 2% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 589mg | 25% |
| Potassium 112mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 49.54g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 8% |
| Sugars 2.87g | 2% |
| Protein 10.4g | 17% |
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