One-Pan Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This One-Pan Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Elaine Johnson Homemade sharp cheddar cheese sauce and smoked-paprika bread crumbs give this mac a massive flavor boost over the boxed version. For the easiest prep in camp, make the cheese sauce and bread crumbs at home, and buy one-pan, no-dr

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups fresh ciabatta bread crumbs*
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/8 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
About 3/4 tsp. pepper, divided
3/4 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
1/4 cup salted butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

Toast bread crumbs: In a large frying pan over medium heat, cook crumbs with oil and 1/8 tsp. each salt and pepper, stirring often, until crumbs begin to crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Add paprika and cook, stirring, until crunchy, 2 to 4 more minutes. Pour from pan to a bowl and let cool; then seal in a lidded container or resealable plastic bag.
Make sauce: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and remaining 1 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper; whisk until bubbling and light tan, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add milk and cook, whisking, until sauce bubbles and thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, add cheese, and whisk until melted. Let cool, then transfer to a lidded container and chill in refrigerator or cooler.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is One-Pan Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this One-Pan Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes 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.

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This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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