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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 1 qt. whipping cream
- sea salt, to taste
- a stand mixer with both the whisk and dough hook attachments
- approximately 1 cup of ice water
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 717g | |
| Calories 1656 | |
| Calories from Fat 1561 | 94% |
| Total Fat 177.6g | 222% |
| Saturated Fat 110.54g | 442% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 658mg | 219% |
| Sodium 192mg | 8% |
| Potassium 360mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 13.39g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.53g | 0% |
| Protein 9.84g | 16% |
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