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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- (adapted from Whole Grains for a New Generation)
- Ingredients:
- 1 approx. 1.5-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
- 3 large shallots, quartered and sliced
- Olive oil
- 10-12 ounces sweet Italian sausage
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 handfuls baby spinach (or arugula or kale)
- Salt and pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 837g | |
| Calories 1705 | |
| Calories from Fat 974 | 57% |
| Total Fat 108.02g | 135% |
| Saturated Fat 36.35g | 145% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 237mg | 79% |
| Sodium 2302mg | 96% |
| Potassium 1746mg | 50% |
| Total Carbs 111.1g | 30% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 40% |
| Sugars 0.0g | 0% |
| Protein 68.44g | 110% |
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