Peppadew Pepper Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze Recipe
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2-3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 12 oz marinated fresh mozzarella (Trader Joe’s makes a great one)
- 1 14-oz jar mild whole peppadew peppers (see notes below)
- 8 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 692g | |
| Calories 1501 | |
| Calories from Fat 740 | 49% |
| Total Fat 84.01g | 105% |
| Saturated Fat 47.49g | 190% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 369mg | 123% |
| Sodium 2263mg | 94% |
| Potassium 1039mg | 30% |
| Total Carbs 70.12g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 62.27g | 42% |
| Protein 106.49g | 170% |
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