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Ingredients
- 2 cups Farro, cooked
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 oz. muchrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large fresh tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 4 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 bunch basil, chopped, plus additional for serving, optional
- shaved Parmesan cheese for serving
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1965g | |
| Calories 1228 | |
| Calories from Fat 630 | 51% |
| Total Fat 71.86g | 90% |
| Saturated Fat 41.61g | 166% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 181mg | 60% |
| Sodium 4178mg | 174% |
| Potassium 4259mg | 122% |
| Total Carbs 96.13g | 26% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.9g | 76% |
| Sugars 19.7g | 13% |
| Protein 25.99g | 42% |
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