Jan's Favorite Recipes
These are favorite recipes of both me and my husband. Some come from other cookbooks.
(85 Recipes) Created by GETTO140
Recipes in this Collection
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A delicious mix of crunchy green tomatoes and cucumbers--cumatoes! Submitted by DRENDER05 Carbs: 10.6g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 53
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I had leftover turkey and brown rice. I felt like having homemade soup tonight, so I used the chicken broth from Pacific Natural Foods and came up with this. Submitted by GETTO140 Carbs: 10.5g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 5.7g | Calories: 72.9
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Submitted by DEBKPORTER Carbs: 22.6g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 7.5g | Calories: 148.2
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Yum! Cheesy chicken with pasta sauce. Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 16.3g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 41.9g | Calories: 349.2
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Submitted by GETTO140 Carbs: 19.7g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 145.2
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This creamy dish will make you wonder where the guilt went. Submitted by ANGELICWINGS68 Carbs: 31.4g | Fat: 15.8g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 14.4g | Calories: 325.5
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Karo Light Syrup bottle Submitted by GETTO140 Carbs: 59.2g | Fat: 19.8g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 5.4g | Calories: 415.7
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Bananas and low-fat buttermilk give this old favorite its moistness and help lower the fat. Carbs: 20g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 145.2
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Flaky, pre-made puff pastry with gourmet chocolate and sweet, romantic berries make for an easy, quick and perfect Valentine's treat for couples everywhere. Submitted by JO_JO_BA Carbs: 16.8g | Fat: 10.4g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 168.9
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Submitted by CMCFEE Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 88.6
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These muffins are sweet and chocolatey; you'd never guess they're low fat Submitted by SBMMYERS Carbs: 38.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 216.9
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A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish. Submitted by HEATHER121 Carbs: 13g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 18.9g | Calories: 192.4
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Use coleslaw mix to make a quick & easy treat! Eat as a snack, side, or a meal. Submitted by HARV47 Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 91.2
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Submitted by PARENTSWORLD Carbs: 7.1g | Fat: 10.1g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 116.6
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Submitted by DSTENORE Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 49.4
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rich macaroni and cheese explodes with flavor for two-thirds of the dish's usual fat content. Submitted by BSING46 Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 165.7
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Courtesy of the NLHB, part of the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services www.nhlbi.nih.gov Carbs: 40.1g | Fat: 9.7g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 16.4g | Calories: 257.8
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Adjust the baking time depending on the thickness of the fish. Carbs: 11g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 37.2g | Calories: 275.9
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Replace the traditional biscuit topping with whole wheat fillo dough for a quick and light dessert. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 163.1
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Cookbook creator says: Substitute 1% milk for 2% milk; 8 oz cheese; fresh parsley; Submitted by _PAULA_H Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 13.1g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 11.1g | Calories: 203.6
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Submitted by GETTO140 Carbs: 45.9g | Fat: 11.8g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 289.2
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Submitted by DRDIGGER Carbs: 30.2g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 32.8g | Calories: 318.3
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adapted from Paula Deen Submitted by ANDREA236 Carbs: 23g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 143.9
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My mom's recipe made healthier. Submitted by TANYAHEARN Carbs: 2.8g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 14.8g | Calories: 129.4
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Crispy Chicken Breasts Submitted by STARBERR1E Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 28.2g | Calories: 180.4
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wonderful, no one ever guesses that this is sugar free and Never have any left overs Submitted by MURKOV Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 24.3
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After the pasta and onion are sautéed, the oil is drained to minimize the fat content of this interesting pilaf. Carbs: 13.2g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 165.4
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moist and delish Submitted by EVELYN1980 Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 30.3g | Calories: 269.2
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A great way to start your day or a wonderful mid-afternoon snack. Submitted by MTFERREIRA88 Carbs: 25.8g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 136.2
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Submitted by GRACEFUL585 Carbs: 1.7g | Fat: 14.9g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 156.5
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This a wonderful way to make some hot wing using white meat. Submitted by KEIGHLYEMERALD Carbs: 0.4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 35.3g | Calories: 220.3
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This roasted chicken gets its sticky coating from the juices it releases while being baked. Carbs: 5.6g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 43.2g | Calories: 263.9
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A single crust berry pie with crumb topping Submitted by SOVTWALKER Carbs: 34.9g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 217.1
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Yum! Try this quick and easy thin crust pizza. Carbs: 37.7g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 12.9g | Calories: 275.8
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Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas." Submitted by GONZOSTAR Carbs: 8.9g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 119.1
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This simple summer recipe is good hot or cold. The creamy avocado pairs so well with fresh summer tomatoes. Submitted by MBH1118 Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 30.6g | Calories: 253.5
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This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season. Chef Meg was inspired to create this meal after a trip to the farmers market. Be creative and use whatever vegetables you have on hand! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 5.4g | Calories: 160.2
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This quick and healthy snack takes minutes to prepare! And as a bonus, it's an easy way to get the kids to eat their vegetables. Submitted by MATCM81 Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 51.6
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Fresh Fruit Dessert Submitted by CMMIRANDA72 Carbs: 14g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 74.8
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This is a great recipe for summer, when you have a surplus of zucchini in the garden. Double or triple the batch and freeze them for quick and healthy breakfasts. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 26g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 127.6
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These “mashed potatoes” taste just as good as the real thing, but they’re much lower in carbs! Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 11.2g | Fiber: 5.1g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 138.8
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This bread is tasty and low in fat Submitted by PUNKIN7743 Carbs: 18.9g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 87.2
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I am known for my pancakes, so trust me on this one! Submitted by AMROZ123 Carbs: 18.2g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 92.6
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Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 73.8
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High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin. Submitted by KIMBERK24 Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 115.7
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Submitted by CHATTYCATHY440 Carbs: 13g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 20g | Calories: 190
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Not just for the lunchroom anymore. These Sloppy Joes are given an extra boost with some surprise ingredients. Carbs: 63.1g | Fat: 11.3g | Fiber: 9.3g | Protein: 22.9g | Calories: 428.9
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We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 140.6
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These sophisticated popped are stuffed with creamy Gouda cheese, a bit of bacon, and tomatoes. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 10.4g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 8.9g | Calories: 144.1
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A yummy low fat, high protein side dish Submitted by SCDAILEY Carbs: 24g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 5.6g | Calories: 140.9
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a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer! Submitted by SLINKY78 Carbs: 9.8g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 44.4
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Great for a party. It's actually something low fat to munch on! Carbs: 26.6g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 144.4
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This kid-friendly comfort food is perfect for a weeknight meal. Even better: You can use frozen veggies and leftover chicken. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 25.2g | Fat: 16.7g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 19.1g | Calories: 325.8
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If you were a mashed potato lover, you might enjoy this alternative. We discovered it by cooking the cauliflower too long. Now, I wouldn't eat anything else. Submitted by HARRINGTON5 Carbs: 3.4g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 44.7
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A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat. Submitted by LYZ219 Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
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Pasta dish with assorted vegetables Submitted by 1MOREXAGAIN Carbs: 59.3g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 7.3g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 396.4
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Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 259.6
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Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice. Carbs: 14.6g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 41.6g | Calories: 260.9
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No excuse not to eat vegetables! Submitted by KLM1780 Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 41.8
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good as either side dish or meal Submitted by KATOUSIGNANT1 Carbs: 70.3g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 7g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 314.3
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This is a sweet and spicy barbecue sauce. Add more or less chili powder to please your pallette. Submitted by SINGHIZPRAISE Carbs: 16.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.3g | Calories: 66.2
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A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture. Carbs: 20.6g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 43.7g | Calories: 384.7
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Toss the canned cranberry jelly and use this homemade version instead. It's ready in no time, and it's full of healthy fruit! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 42.8
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Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 140.2
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Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 16g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 223.2
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Submitted by SPICEAHOLIC Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 35.2g | Calories: 265.2
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Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan! Submitted by RACHIELOO Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
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This recipe came about because I had just made vegetable enchiladas and had leftovers, plus quinoa from earlier in the week. Thankfully, this experiment yielded a hearty, delicious meal. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 51g | Fat: 8.1g | Fiber: 12.5g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 328.7
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Ever tried turning zucchini into "pasta"? With a vegetable peeler, it's easy to create ribbons of squash. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 11g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 56.4
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This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves Submitted by ALECSANDRA Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.5g | Calories: 165.6
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This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 38.4g | Fat: 13.1g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 7.4g | Calories: 294.9
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This stuffed bell pepper recipe is really delicious! You can use red bell peppers if you like that flavor better. It incorporates your protein, starch, and veggies in one neat package! Brown rice is used for an added nutritional punch. Submitted by KS76017 Carbs: 30.9g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 296.2
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Butternut squash helps slim down this macaroni and cheese. You can't taste it, and it boosts the nutritional value of the dish! Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 230
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Submitted by AFRICAPARISH Carbs: 22.5g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 101.2
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This salad goes really well with my maple cider dressing (which I entered separately). It's a great fall treat. Use white cheddar cheese, if you can find it, for a really nice flavor! Submitted by AMY0526 Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 18.9g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 232.4
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Easy to make, and you probably have all the ingredients on hand already. Submitted by JEEP_GIRL Carbs: 16.3g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 11.1g | Calories: 133.1
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A much quicker version of the Italian classic; less time, but no less taste. Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 336.5
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This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it! Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
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A great savory & sweet side for grilled pork. Submitted by EICARTB Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 96.2
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This is a simple recipe that tastes amazing, it is also better than any traditional chicken Parmesan I had tried. When you consider it's lower in fat, takes about 10 minutes to put together, it's no wonder why this is my new favorite recipe. Submitted by MDKIMIST Carbs: 11.9g | Fat: 14.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 37.4g | Calories: 335.8
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