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- Leek And Cheese Soda Bread
- Leek And Cheese Soda Bread ALL RIGHTS RESERVED: Adapted from Paul Hollywood's 100 Great Breads page 27
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 78g | |
| Calories 48 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 4% |
| Total Fat 0.23g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.03g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium 141mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 11.08g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 5% |
| Sugars 3.05g | 2% |
| Protein 1.17g | 2% |
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