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Ingredientes
- 1 pound no-boil whole wheat lasagna noodles (or noodles cooked according to the package instructions)
- 1 1/4 pounds kale
- 4 cups cottage cheese or 2 8 boxes silken tofu
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- freshly ground nutmeg
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes (with herbs, if available)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 2053g | |
| Calories 1407 | |
| Calories from Fat 477 | 34% |
| Total Fat 54.41g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 16.96g | 68% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium 4305mg | 179% |
| Potassium 4901mg | 140% |
| Total Carbs 128.85g | 34% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.9g | 76% |
| Sugars 25.01g | 17% |
| Protein 119.0g | 190% |
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