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Ingredientes
- Oh, and one last thingâ figs are not just for uppity foodies like me. The Fig Newton has been pleasing the masses for generations. GREG
- Ripe Figs in Spiced Red Wine Syrup serves 6 CLICK here for a printable recipe
- 3 c red wine
- 1 c granulated sugar
- 3 whole star anise
- 8 whole black peppercorns
- 5 whole juniper berries
- 12 very ripe purple figs
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 262g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 327 | |
| Calories from Fat 6 | 2% |
| Total Fat 0.66g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.33g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium 406mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 60.73g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 11% |
| Sugars 53.4g | 36% |
| Protein 1.07g | 2% |
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