Broccoli Beef Calzone Pies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 box Pillsbury™ refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
- 1 bag (12 oz) frozen chopped broccoli
- 1 package (15 oz) refrigerated cooked beef roast au jus
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan (or Sichuan) sauce
Instructions
- Move oven rack to lowest position. Heat oven to 375 °F. Unroll pie crusts on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Cook frozen broccoli as directed on bag, using minimum recommended cook time.
- Meanwhile, break beef into bite-size pieces. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef, au jus and Szechuan sauce over medium-high heat until heated through. Add broccoli to skillet, and stir until evenly combined.
- Use slotted spoon to place half of the filling onto half of each of the pie crusts. Fold remaining halves over filling. Discard excess liquid in pan. Pinch and fold over edges to seal. Pierce surface of each calzone 6 to 7 times along the seamed edge to let steam escape.
- Place pan on lowest oven rack; bake 27 to 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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