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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 turkey
- 3/4 cup oil
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 1 tbsp. onion powder
- 1 tbsp. dried parsley
- 1 tbsp. dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp. poultry seasoning, no sugar added
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 376g | |
| Calories 1750 | |
| Calories from Fat 1503 | 86% |
| Total Fat 169.93g | 212% |
| Saturated Fat 14.35g | 57% |
| Trans Fat 4.22g | |
| Cholesterol 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium 837mg | 24% |
| Total Carbs 17.5g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 12% |
| Sugars 4.74g | 3% |
| Protein 44.04g | 70% |
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