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Ingredients
- 1 lb storebought or homemade Meatballs (left-overs are perfect for this)*
- 1 24 oz Pasta sauce of your choice (I used a red sauce)
- 5 large Zucchinis
- Salt and pepper, to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1987g | |
| Calories 1021 | |
| Calories from Fat 291 | 29% |
| Total Fat 32.47g | 41% |
| Saturated Fat 14.13g | 57% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 345mg | 115% |
| Sodium 448mg | 19% |
| Potassium 5598mg | 160% |
| Total Carbs 51.4g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 56% |
| Sugars 26.54g | 18% |
| Protein 137.81g | 220% |
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