Recipe of the Week - Croquembouche Recipe
Ingredients
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1043g | |
| Calories 150 | |
| Calories from Fat 46 | 31% |
| Total Fat 5.28g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 2.79g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium 362mg | 15% |
| Potassium 66mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 21.92g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 6% |
| Sugars 3.22g | 2% |
| Protein 3.75g | 6% |
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