How to: Caramelize Onions Recipe
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1208g | |
| Calories 160 | |
| Calories from Fat 81 | 51% |
| Total Fat 9.22g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 1.33g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 339mg | 14% |
| Potassium 296mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 18.84g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 8.4g | 6% |
| Protein 2.24g | 4% |
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