This Beef and Sausage Meatballs is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in the onion, basil, and half the garlic.
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In a large bowl, combine the Parmesan, panko, remaining garlic, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the sausage and beef and gently mix to combine.
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Shape the meat mixture into 20 balls (about 1 1/2 inch each) and place on top of the tomato mixture. Cook, covered, until the meatballs are cooked through, 4 to 5 hours on high or 6 to 7 hours on low.
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Twenty minutes before serving, cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Toss with the meatballs and sauce and serve with additional basil and Parmesan, if desired.
Why this Beef and Sausage Meatballs works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Beef and Sausage Meatballs that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Beef and Sausage Meatballs recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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