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Tuna and Tortellini

Estimated Nutritional Profile
Nutrient Quantity
Protein (g)215.3267
Energy (kCal)3320.1981
Carbohydrates (g)429.5557
Total fats (g)79.7002
Temporal Sequence of Cooking Processes
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    Utensils Used
    | 1. Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water, with about 1 tbs olive oil. for 3-5 minutes - until the tortellini floats to the surface. Do not overcook. | 2. Microwave the broccoli for about 3-4 minutes - till warm, but not soft. | 3. Drain pasta. | 4. Meanwhile, unceremoniously dump the canned tuna (with oil) into the pot. | 5. Add pesto, olive oil, garlic powder and salt if desired. | 6. Toss together, then add drained pasta and broccoli. | 7. Toss all together, gently, until mixed. | 8. Top each serving with freshly grated cheese, and a sprig of fresh basil, if you are lucky enough to have some handy. | 9. Enjoy. | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Estimated Nutritional Profile for Ingredients
    Ingredient Name Quantity Unit State Energy (kcal) Carbohydrates Protein (g) Total Lipid (Fat) (g)
    cheese tortellini 2 lbs 2785.0605 426.3773 122.4701 65.5895
    tuna olive oil 1 can 403.4676 0.0 89.7602 2.2667
    pesto sauce 2 tablespoons 131.67 3.1784 3.0964 11.844000000000001
    extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon 403.4676 0.0 89.7602 2.2667
    broccoli floret 1 lb 403.4676 0.0 89.7602 2.2667
    garlic powder - - - -
    salt - - - -
    romano cheese grated - - - -

    - Means that suitable USDA nutrition profile could not be mapped for this ingredient-unit combination.



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