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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 cup of whole milk ricotta that has been drained
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Pinch of dried basil or dried mixed Italian herbs // during the summer I use 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano and Italian Parsley
- 2 cans of anchovies
- Olive oil
- Crostini (baguette slices that have been toasted and rubbed with half a garlic clove)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 90g | |
| Calories 190 | |
| Calories from Fat 78 | 41% |
| Total Fat 8.75g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 1.98g | 8% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium 3301mg | 138% |
| Potassium 497mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 0.15g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.03g | 0% |
| Protein 26.03g | 42% |
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