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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and pressed or minced
- 3 Tbsps grated Parmesan cheese (you can also use Romano, locatelli, etc., any salty, hard cheese would work)
- 2-3 Tbsps olive oil
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 76g | |
| Calories 22 | |
| Calories from Fat 1 | 5% |
| Total Fat 0.11g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.03g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 164mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 4.48g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 5% |
| Sugars 1.39g | 1% |
| Protein 1.89g | 3% |
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