Queso Mac and Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Queso Mac and Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Marian Cooper Cairns Tomatoes, slightly spicy green chiles, and crunchy corn chip pieces make this homemade mac pretty extraordinary.

Ingredients

1 lb. large elbow macaroni
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
12 oz. white American cheese
8 oz. extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
6 tbsp. unsalted butter
6 tbsp. all-purpose flour
4 c. whole milk
2 can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 can mild green chiles
1/2 c. chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 c. finely crushed tortilla chips
1/2 tsp. chili powder

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain.
Toss together American and Cheddar cheese in a bowl. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and chiles and cook, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in 4 cups cheese mixture until smooth. Stir in pasta and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a lightly buttered 3-quart baking dish.
Add chips and chili powder to bowl with remaining cup cheese mixture and toss to combine. Sprinkle over pasta. Bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve sprinkled with cilantro.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Queso Mac and Cheese good for PCOS?

Yes, this Queso Mac and 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 8 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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