Joy's Healthier Mac 'n' Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Joy's Healthier Mac 'n' Cheese
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer, RD, makes over the comfort food classic, mac 'n' cheese

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. whole-grain elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp. whipped butter
  • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 c. 2-percent milk
  • 8 oz. 2-percent sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 package frozen chopped broccoli
  • 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Melt whipped butter in sauce pan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes; whisk in milk. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes. Stir in Cheddar and paprika.
  3. Toss with pasta and broccoli. Transfer mixture to baking dish, sprinkle with Parmesan, and broil until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

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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