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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into ~1/4-inch squares
- Black pepper
- 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into ~3-inch pieces
- Salt
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 3/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan (~1.5 oz by weight) plus more for garnish
- 1 1/4 lb zucchini, cut into spirals (I have this tool)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 825g | |
| Calories 728 | |
| Calories from Fat 468 | 64% |
| Total Fat 52.51g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat 21.37g | 85% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 269mg | 90% |
| Sodium 1619mg | 67% |
| Potassium 1892mg | 54% |
| Total Carbs 25.48g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 28% |
| Sugars 11.92g | 8% |
| Protein 44.14g | 71% |
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