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Ingredients
- Pizza with Fresh Tomato Bruschetta
- 1 1/2 c. chopped Roma tomatoes
- 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 t. of fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/2 t. Balsamic vinegar
- sea salt freshly ground pepper
- 1 twelve inch prepared pizza crust
- 1 pkg. (8 oz.) turkey pepperonis
- ½ lb lite ground sausage (browned)
- 2 cups of grated low-fat mozzarella
- 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 721g | |
| Calories 1497 | |
| Calories from Fat 1067 | 71% |
| Total Fat 119.81g | 150% |
| Saturated Fat 50.74g | 203% |
| Trans Fat 0.48g | |
| Cholesterol 340mg | 113% |
| Sodium 2861mg | 119% |
| Potassium 1363mg | 39% |
| Total Carbs 16.98g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 11% |
| Sugars 9.24g | 6% |
| Protein 86.65g | 139% |
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