Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties. Onion is contain quercetin, a natural anti-inflammatory.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Bacon (About 8 slices)
- 4 medium Jalapeno Peppers, diced
- 4 tbsp. Butter
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp. Dried Thyme
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Celery Seed
- 1/2 tsp. Cumin
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 8 oz. Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Slice or cut bacon into 1 inch pieces. Place into a pan and cook until all pieces are crisp.
- Remove bacon from pan while reserving as much bacon grease as possible in the pan. Place bacon on paper towels to dry and become crisp.
- Dice 4 jalapeno peppers. Slice in half, then slice the half into half and dice appropriately. If you aren’t much of a heat seeker, you might want to remove the seeds before doing this.
- Season and sautee the jalapenos in the bacon fat until lightly browned and aromatic.
- Remove jalapenos and preserve as much bacon fat as you can in the pan. Set jalapenos on bacon to dry off.
- In a food processor, process 8 oz. cheddar cheese using the grating attachment. Set aside. If you don’t have a food processor that can do it, feel free to check out the one I use – it’s awesome!
- In a new pot, add bacon fat, butter, broth, and spices. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for at least 15 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend together all ingredients well. You want the fat and broth to emulsify so that they don’t separate. Once you’ve done this, add cream and cheese and season again with salt and pepper.
- Add bacon and jalapeno back into the soup and stir well. Let simmer for 5 minutes before serving.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Soup can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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