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Рецепт A new-to-us ingredient from Ancient Rome makes Linguine Colatura di Alici sing
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Ингредиенты
- Linguine Colatura di Alici
- Serves 2 (can be doubled—see Kitchen Notes)
- 8 to 10 ounces dried linguine (or spaghetti, to be traditional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (use the good stuff)
- 1 tablespoon colatura
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 353g | |
| Calories 1424 | |
| Calories from Fat 479 | 34% |
| Total Fat 54.25g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 9.83g | 39% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium 241mg | 10% |
| Potassium 720mg | 21% |
| Total Carbs 194.23g | 52% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 29% |
| Sugars 7.31g | 5% |
| Protein 37.6g | 60% |
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