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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 6 celery stalks, sliced
- 6 carrots, peeled, sliced
- 5 Jalapeno chiles, halved, seeds and membranes removed
- 6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 8 cups chicken stock/broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
- Finely chopped chives or green onions, for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 2970g | |
| Calories 1729 | |
| Calories from Fat 871 | 50% |
| Total Fat 99.02g | 124% |
| Saturated Fat 46.82g | 187% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 221mg | 74% |
| Sodium 4247mg | 177% |
| Potassium 3884mg | 111% |
| Total Carbs 145.15g | 39% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.9g | 93% |
| Sugars 29.71g | 20% |
| Protein 68.32g | 109% |
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