Macaroni & Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups lowfat milk
- 1 dash pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 0.12 cup flour
- 2 cups elbow shaped macaroni
- 2 tbsps light butter
- 1/2 lb grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Boil macaroni is salty hot water.
- In separate pan, melt the butter (not too hot), stir in flour and milk until reasonably thickened.
- Stir in 1 cup of cheese into the sauce until melted.
- Add drained pasta to the sauce and mix. Place all ingredients in baking dish and sprinkle remaining cheese over.
- Cook in oven at 350° F (175° C) for a little under 30 minutes.
- Note: you can add paprika to help in the browning process but not too much to impact taste.
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. This recipe excels in providing nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Macaroni & 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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