Cheesy Rigatoni with Roasted Broccoli, Butternut Squash, and Bacon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Cheesy Rigatoni with Roasted Broccoli, Butternut Squash, and Bacon is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl With loads of roasted vegetables, bacon, and cheese, this pasta strikes the perfect balance of healthy and delicious.

Ingredients

1 head broccoli, cut into florets (3 c.)
2 c. butternut squash, cubed
1 small red onion, thinly sliced into half moons
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt
Black pepper
6 slices bacon
1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs
12 oz. rigatoni
4 oz. Fontina cheese, grated or cut into small cubes

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil.
On one baking sheet, arrange broccoli and on the other baking sheet arrange butternut squash and red onion. Drizzle each with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper, tossing to coat. Bake until vegetables are golden and tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Let cool, then crumble.
Pour all but 2 tablespoons bacon grease from skillet. Add breadcrumbs to pan and cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
Add pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return pasta to pot. Add Fontina and pasta water, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in vegetables and half the bacon. Divide pasta into shallow bowls and top with remaining bacon and a generous sprinkling of breadcrumbs.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheesy Rigatoni with Roasted Broccoli, Butternut Squash, and Bacon good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cheesy Rigatoni with Roasted Broccoli, Butternut Squash, and Bacon 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 4 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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