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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 159g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 424 | |
| Calories from Fat 398 | 94% |
| Total Fat 45.28g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat 28.41g | 114% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium 188mg | 8% |
| Potassium 195mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 4.45g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 5% |
| Sugars 1.42g | 1% |
| Protein 3.03g | 5% |
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