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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 heads fresh puntarelle (or other chicory)
- icy water (as needed for ice bath)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled and chopped)
- 4 oil-packed anchovy fillets (drained)
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- homemade croutons (or crusty bread for serving)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 86g | |
| Calories 487 | |
| Calories from Fat 477 | 98% |
| Total Fat 54.01g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 7.46g | 30% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 23mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 0.96g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.04g | 0% |
| Protein 0.18g | 0% |
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