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- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- 1 lb mushrooms (The original recipe called for cremini but I used mini bellas)
- 4 thin slices prosciutto
- 2 Tbs mustard (this is where you can subtly play with the flavor of the dish - I used my stout mustard)
- 7 oz puff pastry
- 2 egg yolks, beaten
View Full Recipe at Crazy Englishwoman Cooks
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 668g | |
| Calories 1210 | |
| Calories from Fat 703 | 58% |
| Total Fat 78.31g | 98% |
| Saturated Fat 19.38g | 78% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 857mg | 36% |
| Potassium 1562mg | 45% |
| Total Carbs 105.53g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 28% |
| Sugars 8.99g | 6% |
| Protein 29.39g | 47% |
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