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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 C. sugar
- 1 C. whole milk (raw if possible)
- 1/4 t. salt
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 3 egg yolk, lightly beaten
- 2 C. pawpaw pulp*
- 1 T. lemon juice
- 2 C. heavy cream
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 690g | |
| Calories 1750 | |
| Calories from Fat 852 | 49% |
| Total Fat 96.73g | 121% |
| Saturated Fat 59.84g | 239% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 353mg | 118% |
| Sodium 770mg | 32% |
| Potassium 539mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs 218.12g | 58% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 213.04g | 142% |
| Protein 12.8g | 20% |
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