Roasted Vegetable Mac 'n' Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Roasted Vegetable Mac 'n' Cheese
Servings: 12
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Few people would deny that broccoli and cheese taste heavenly together — so we've combined the two in this creamy, vegetarian macaroni and cheese.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. plum tomatoes
  • 6 c. broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp. butter
  • 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 4 c. milk
  • 2 1/3 c. grated aged Asiago
  • 2 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar
  • 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. fresh black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 lb. penne

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Slice the tomatoes 1/4 inch thick. Toss the tomatoes and broccoli with the oil and roast separately on parchment-lined baking pans for 30 minutes.
  2. Whisk the butter and flour in a medium-size pot over medium-high heat until foamy. Add the milk. Whisk until thickened and bubbling, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  3. Whisk in the cheeses, mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir in the pasta and broccoli and transfer to a 9- by 13-inch baking dish. Top with the tomatoes and bake about 30 minutes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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