Artichoke Florentine Pasta Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
- 6 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 16 cups)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups 2% milk
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1/3 cup Italian-style panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. In a 6-qt. Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add spinach; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or just until wilted. Remove from pot.
- In same pot, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Add Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, wine and seasonings; stir until smooth. Stir in artichoke hearts; heat through.
- Drain pasta; add to sauce, tossing to coat. Stir in spinach mixture. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Serve immediately.
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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