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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 t anise seeds
- 2 lb brussels sprouts
- 1 t sea salt
- 1â2 t coarse ground pepper
- 1â4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 159g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 827 | |
| Calories from Fat 798 | 96% |
| Total Fat 90.25g | 113% |
| Saturated Fat 12.48g | 50% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 213mg | 9% |
| Potassium 275mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 6.52g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 9% |
| Sugars 1.5g | 1% |
| Protein 2.39g | 4% |
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