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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- tin of crunchy onion-y fried goodness all by itself. You can decide if you want to do this or
- (3-pound) head cauliflower, cut into large florets
- 4
- tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided
- 3
- tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2
- teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4
- teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 3/4
- cup freshly grated Gruyere, divided
- 1/2
- cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/4
- cup fresh bread crumbs
- melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the
- Combine the bread crumbs with the remaining 1/4 cup of Gruyere and sprinkle on
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 533g | |
| Calories 1718 | |
| Calories from Fat 817 | 48% |
| Total Fat 92.96g | 116% |
| Saturated Fat 55.25g | 221% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 246mg | 82% |
| Sodium 4088mg | 170% |
| Potassium 850mg | 24% |
| Total Carbs 107.33g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 29% |
| Sugars 18.39g | 12% |
| Protein 109.97g | 176% |
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