Cheesy Asparagus Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Cheesy Asparagus Pasta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, chopped (preferably thick-cut)
- 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped
- 1 lb. rigatoni
- 2 1/2 lb. low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 c. chopped asparagus
- 1/2 c. heavy cream
- 1 1/2 c. grated Gruyere cheese
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and drain half the fat.
- To pot add garlic and let cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add rigatoni and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook until al dente. (You want a little broth left in the pot.)
- Add asparagus to pot and stir to combine with noodles. Cover and cook until tender, 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, gruyere, and Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Stir until creamy.
- Add bacon back to pot and stir. Garnish with Parmesan and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Cheesy Asparagus Pasta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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