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Ingredients
- 1 cup cold coffee
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large shallot, chopped
- 2 teaspoons packed dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 lb. flank steak or London broil (not too thick)
- - for the dressing --
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- - for the salad --
- 1 medium-sized head romaine lettuce, sliced into ribbons
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup sliced green onion
- 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1006g | |
| Calories 1481 | |
| Calories from Fat 824 | 56% |
| Total Fat 92.71g | 116% |
| Saturated Fat 38.5g | 154% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 244mg | 81% |
| Sodium 4192mg | 175% |
| Potassium 2323mg | 66% |
| Total Carbs 33.04g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 11% |
| Sugars 19.07g | 13% |
| Protein 124.05g | 198% |
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