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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 151g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 254 | |
| Calories from Fat 188 | 74% |
| Total Fat 21.32g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat 13.24g | 53% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium 172mg | 7% |
| Potassium 188mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 11.49g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 6.45g | 4% |
| Protein 4.92g | 8% |
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