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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 clove garlic, crushed (I doubled the garlic)
- ½ cup roasted red, yellow, or orange bell peppers (see below for roasting method)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes (Fresh tomatoes, not canned)
- I also added 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar, 1/4 tsp. dried parsley, 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper, 1/4 tsp. dried basil and a dash of ground black pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 70g | |
| Calories 16 | |
| Calories from Fat 1 | 6% |
| Total Fat 0.15g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.02g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 171mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 3.52g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 3% |
| Sugars 1.81g | 1% |
| Protein 0.76g | 1% |
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