Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine
- 1/2 cup butter, cubed
- 3 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook fettuccine according to package directions. Drain; return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in shrimp, lemon peel and lemon juice; cook 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Stir in cheese and parsley. Add to fettuccine; toss to combine.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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