Mac & Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 oz light butter (1/2 stick)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups elbow shaped macaroni
- 20 oz fat free cheddar cheese, grated (2 1/2 cups)
- 2 cups skim milk
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and salt. Gradually whisk in milk.
- Simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 4 to 6 minutes. Add half the cheese and stir until melted.
- Pour the cooked elbow macaroni into an 8x8" glass baking dish. Pour sauce over noodles, then mix. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake until heated through and the cheese on top has melted, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Serve warm or chilled.
- Note: based on recipe from "OK, So Now You're a Vegetarian" by Lauren Butts.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
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. 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 Mac & Cheese 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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