Green Bean-Cheddar Casserole - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 10

Dinner

This Green Bean-Cheddar Casserole is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This recipe for a gooier, cheesier green bean casserole is a modern (but still comforting) twist on a classic Thanksgiving side.

Ingredients

3 lb. green beans
2 c. stale bread
3 tbsp. olive oil
3 green onions
3 tbsp. corn starch
2 1/2 c. whole milk
.13 tsp. ground nutmeg
8 oz. Cheddar cheese
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat covered 7- to 8-quart saucepot of salted water to boiling on high. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Add green beans to boiling water. Cook 2 minutes. Drain well; set aside.
In food processor, pulse bread into coarse crumbs. Transfer to medium bowl along with oil and green onions. Toss to combine; set aside.
In 4-quart saucepan, whisk cornstarch and 1/2 cup milk until smooth. Add nutmeg and 1/2 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in remaining 2 cups milk. Heat to boiling on medium high, whisking frequently. Boil 2 minutes, whisking. Reduce heat to medium low. Stir in cheeses one handful at a time, waiting until cheese melts before adding next handful. Stir in green beans until well coated. Transfer mixture to 3-quart baking dish. Top with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until crumbs are golden brown.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green Bean-Cheddar Casserole good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Bean-Cheddar Casserole recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 10 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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