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Ingredients
- 4 small russet potatoes (about 8 oz. each)
- 2 tbsp light cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup + 3 tbsp skim milk
- ½ lb. ground turkey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese, divided
- Sliced green onions, for serving
- Salsa, for serving
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1306g | |
| Calories 1518 | |
| Calories from Fat 515 | 34% |
| Total Fat 57.89g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat 24.69g | 99% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 319mg | 106% |
| Sodium 2861mg | 119% |
| Potassium 4229mg | 121% |
| Total Carbs 146.92g | 39% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.0g | 40% |
| Sugars 20.19g | 13% |
| Protein 105.18g | 168% |
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