Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells | PCOS Meal Planner

This Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

You get your part of the cooking done in 30 minutes with this gooey dish, so you can have fun while it bakes.

Ingredients

Servings 6

4 c. medium pasta shells
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 jar marinara sauce
1 tub PHILADELPHIA Original Cooking Creme
1/3 c. chopped fresh basil
1/4 c. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 1/2 c. KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

Instructions

Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, brown meat in large skillet; drain. Stir in marinara sauce; simmer on medium heat 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Drain pasta. Mix cooking creme, basil, and Parmesan in large bowl; stir in pasta. Spread half the meat sauce onto bottom of 13- by 9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; cover with layers of pasta mixture and remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella; cover with foil. Refrigerate up to 24 hours.
Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Bake casserole, covered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through, uncovering after 30 minutes.

Why this Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells 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

Is Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells good for PCOS?

Yes, this Make-Ahead Unstuffed Shells recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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 6 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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