Layered Italian Meatloaf - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Layered Italian Meatloaf is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Italian cheeses and spinach embedded between layers of herbed ground-beef add unexpected taste to the center of this meatloaf.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce with basil, garlic and oregano
1 egg
3/4 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (4 oz)
1 box (9 oz) frozen spinach, thawed, well drained

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or grease with shortening. In large bowl, mix ground beef, 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce, the egg, bread crumbs, garlic powder and pepper. Pat half of meat mixture in pan.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese over meat mixture. Spread spinach over cheese; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Pat remaining meat mixture on top of cheese. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in center of loaf.
Bake uncovered 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until thoroughly cooked in center and thermometer reads 160 °F. Run knife around edges of pan. Place serving platter upside down over pan; turn platter and pan over. Remove pan.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave remaining tomato sauce, loosely covered, on High 30 to 60 seconds or until hot; pour over top of meatloaf.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Basil.

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. Basil is an excellent st...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layered Italian Meatloaf good for PCOS?

Yes, this Layered Italian Meatloaf recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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