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- 3 bacon slices, chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 3 cloves of garlic, smashed
- 2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 cup dried lentils
- ½ cup dry white wine (i.e. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc)(optional)
- 1 quart low sodium, fat free chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig of thyme or 1 t. dried thyme
- ½ cup half & half
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 2120g | |
| Calories 1791 | |
| Calories from Fat 520 | 29% |
| Total Fat 58.13g | 73% |
| Saturated Fat 22.42g | 90% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium 4649mg | 194% |
| Potassium 4791mg | 137% |
| Total Carbs 222.84g | 59% |
| Dietary Fiber 75.7g | 252% |
| Sugars 25.12g | 17% |
| Protein 79.39g | 127% |
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