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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 203g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 272 | |
| Calories from Fat 106 | 39% |
| Total Fat 12.01g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 7.32g | 29% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium 279mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 37.35g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugars 33.55g | 22% |
| Protein 5.42g | 9% |
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