Valerie Bertinelli's Spinach and Cheese Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Lunch

This Valerie Bertinelli's Spinach and Cheese Lasagna is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Bertinelli grew up in a big Italian family; one of her go-to family favorites is her grandmother's lasagna, made with a rich béchamel sauce. Woman's Day lightened things up, creating a heart-healthy, lower-calorie version th

Ingredients

12 lasagna noodles
2 clove garlic
1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
1 14.5-oz can diced tomatoes
3/4 tsp. dried oregano
Black pepper
1 16-oz container lowfat cottage cheese
1 15-oz container part-skim ricotta
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
6 oz. part-skim mozzarella
1/2 c. Romano or Parmesan
1 bunch spinach

Instructions

Heat oven to 400 °F. Cook the noodles according to package directions.
In a food processor, pulse the garlic until finely chopped. Add the tomatoes, oregano and 1/4 tsp pepper and process until puréed.
In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, ricotta, nutmeg, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Romano and 1/4 tsp pepper; fold in the spinach.
Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce on the bottom of a 13 x 9-in. baking dish. Top with 3 noodles and a quarter of the remaining sauce (a heaping 1/2 cup), and dollop with a third of the ricotta mixture (about 2 cups); repeat twice. Top with the remaining 3 noodles and sauce.
Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 2 Tbsp Romano. Cover tightly with an oiled piece of foil (to prevent sticking) and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until the noodles are tender and the top is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valerie Bertinelli's Spinach and Cheese Lasagna good for PCOS?

Yes, this Valerie Bertinelli's Spinach and Cheese Lasagna 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 12 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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