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Ingredients
- 1 small can (425g/15 oz) of cannellini or borlotti beans (or equivalent boiled beans)
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 2 large or 3 medium heads of chicory
- 1 small can (425g/15 oz) of cannellini or borlotti beans (or equivalent boiled beans)
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 1 peperoncino or a pinch of dried pepper flakes (optional)
- Olive oil
- Salt
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 13g | |
| Calories 19 | |
| Calories from Fat 1 | 5% |
| Total Fat 0.07g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 52mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 4.31g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.13g | 0% |
| Protein 0.83g | 1% |
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