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Ingredients
- 18-24 Brussels Sprouts
- 4-5 strips bacon
- 1 ½ cup chopped onion
- 2-3 pinches crushed chili flakes
- 4 tbsp balsamic vinegarâdivided
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 772g | |
| Calories 899 | |
| Calories from Fat 543 | 60% |
| Total Fat 60.25g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat 19.94g | 80% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium 1218mg | 51% |
| Potassium 2068mg | 59% |
| Total Carbs 64.47g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 58% |
| Sugars 26.67g | 18% |
| Protein 30.16g | 48% |
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