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- 3 tablespoons boiling water
- 1 tablespoon annatto seeds, coarsely ground
- 6 oz (1 1/2 cups) finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 418g | |
| Calories 1610 | |
| Calories from Fat 989 | 61% |
| Total Fat 112.61g | 141% |
| Saturated Fat 71.07g | 284% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 330mg | 110% |
| Sodium 4730mg | 197% |
| Potassium 322mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 89.39g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 10% |
| Sugars 1.32g | 1% |
| Protein 59.63g | 95% |
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