Grown Up Mac & Cheese | PCOS Meal Planner

This Grown Up Mac & Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Johnsonville Your favorite as a kid just got a deliciously tasty upgrade! Perfect for weeknight suppers or weekend dinner parties.

Ingredients

Servings 5

2 cups uncooked whole grain elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
8 ounces processed American cheese, cubed
1 link Johnsonville® Smoked or Three-Cheese Italian Style Premium Cooking Sausage (from 13.5 oz. pkg.), quartered and sliced

Instructions

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
Mix panko, parsley, and olive oil together in a bowl.
Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Add cheese; cook and stir until melted.
Stir in macaroni and sausage.
Spread panko mixture on top and bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes.

Why this Grown Up Mac & Cheese works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Grown Up Mac & Cheese 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grown Up Mac & Cheese good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grown Up Mac & Cheese 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 5 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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