Toasted Ravioli with a Spinach and Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- a pinch of crushed red pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 8g | |
| Calories 12 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.04g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 33mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 2.63g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.11g | 0% |
| Protein 0.5g | 1% |
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