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Ingredients
- New title: My Go-To Stew with What Is On Hand
- 2 T. bacon fat (leftover from my bacon for my stir-fry)
- 2 lbs. stew meat with bones
- 1/4 c. brandy
- 1/2 bottle of red wine
- 32 oz. beef stock
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 qt. whole tomatoes with juice
- 2 sprigs parsley and thyme
- 1 sprig rosemary
- Assorted frozen veggies
- Dried kale
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 2729g | |
| Calories 1565 | |
| Calories from Fat 432 | 28% |
| Total Fat 48.13g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat 17.39g | 70% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 193mg | 64% |
| Sodium 4592mg | 191% |
| Potassium 3390mg | 97% |
| Total Carbs 126.17g | 34% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.1g | 60% |
| Sugars 19.6g | 13% |
| Protein 88.91g | 142% |
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