Wisconsin Cheese Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups fluid heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 stalks small celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 medium red bell pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine celery, bell pepper and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for five minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium heat until onion is translucent. Stir in pepper, salt and cream.
- Bring to a boil, then stir in cheese until melted.
- Stir in reserved vegetables and cooking liquid.
- Heat through and serve.
- Note: if thicker consistency is desired, add one or two egg yolks and simmer an additional 10-20 minutes.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Wisconsin Cheese Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Wisconsin Cheese Soup can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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