Farfalle with Prosciutto, Spinach, Pine Nuts and Raisins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. pine nuts
- 1/2 c. raisins
- 1/2 c. boiling water
- 1/2 c. olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic
- 10 oz. spinach
- 1 lb. farfalle
- 1/4 lb. sliced prosciutto
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
- 1/3 c. grated Parmesan
Instructions
- In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Or toast them in a 350 °F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Combine the raisins and the boiling water. Let stand until plump, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the spinach and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
- In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the farfalle until just done, about 15 minutes. Drain. Toss with the pine nuts, raisins, spinach mixture, prosciutto, salt, pepper and Parmesan.
- Variations: Replace the pine nuts with walnuts. Substitute Swiss chard for the spinach.
- Wine Recommendation: A fragrant and spicy Gewürztraminer from the Alto Adige makes an unlikely but tasty mate for this pasta.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Nuts are a natural sourc...
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