Cheddar-Nut Cheese Spread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 brick light cream cheese (Neufchâtel)
- 2 tbsp. milk
- 2 oz. blue cheese
- 1/4 c. walnuts
- Chopped parsley or pimiento
Instructions
- Process half the Cheddar (1 1/2 cups), 1 chunk Neufchâtel and 1 tablespoon milk in a food processor until smooth. Scrape into a medium-size bowl. Repeat with remaining Cheddar, another chunk Neufchâtel, and remaining milk.
- In a small bowl, mix remaining 2 chunks Neufchâtel, the blue cheese, and walnuts until blended.
- Line four 6-ounce custard cups or crocks with plastic wrap, letting wrap hang over sides. Pack half the Cheddar mixture, evenly divided, into the cups. Top with blue-cheese mixture, then remaining Cheddar mixture. Cover with overhanging wrap.
- Refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours or up to 2 weeks. To unmold, unwrap and turn out on serving plate; remove wrap. Garnish with parsley or pimiento.
- Refrigerator, 2 weeks.
- Serve with crackers.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Walnuts.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS symptoms. These nutrient-dense nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...
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