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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 package 3-Cheese Jalapeno Kraft Macaroni & Cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup canned or frozen corn, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped, seeded tomato
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 ounces pepper jack cheese
- 4-6 red, yellow, and/or orange bell peppers
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 185g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 326 | |
| Calories from Fat 117 | 36% |
| Total Fat 13.31g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 7.91g | 32% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium 219mg | 9% |
| Potassium 945mg | 27% |
| Total Carbs 42.35g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 30% |
| Sugars 4.71g | 3% |
| Protein 12.9g | 21% |
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