Cipolle al forno (Baked Onions) Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 onions, preferably fresh
- Salt and pepper
- A few sprigs of fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Best quality, fruity olive oil
- Dry white wine (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 544g | |
| Calories 281 | |
| Calories from Fat 3 | 1% |
| Total Fat 0.4g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.16g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 23mg | 1% |
| Potassium 725mg | 21% |
| Total Carbs 41.01g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 22% |
| Sugars 17.96g | 12% |
| Protein 4.46g | 7% |
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