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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Chestnut Soup
- 3 - 4 slices bacon, (3oz, 90gr)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 rib celery
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 1/2 cups chestnuts
- 1 tbs butter
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups chicken stock
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1137g | |
| Calories 1371 | |
| Calories from Fat 558 | 41% |
| Total Fat 62.46g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat 23.58g | 94% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium 1753mg | 73% |
| Potassium 2742mg | 78% |
| Total Carbs 176.55g | 47% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 19% |
| Sugars 7.48g | 5% |
| Protein 24.58g | 39% |
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