Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

The mix of fresh and cured meats in this classic sauce gives it a complex, hearty flavor. This version also achieves the ideal balance of meat to sauce. Recipe By: Marcia Kiesel

Ingredients

1 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves
3 oz. thinly sliced pancetta
1 medium carrot
1 medium onion
1 celery rib
1 lb. coarsely ground beef chuck
1 lb. coarsely ground pork
1/4 lb. mortadella
1 tbsp. tomato paste
1 c. dry white wine
One 28-ounce can Italian whole tomatoes
1 1/2 c. chicken or beef stock or low-sodium broth
1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
3 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tbsp. chopped basil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lb. spaghetti
1/4 c. heavy cream
freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, melt the butter in the oil. Add the garlic, pancetta, carrot, onion and celery and cook over moderately low heat until the onion is golden, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef and pork and cook over moderate heat, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains, about 8 minutes. Stir in the mortadella and tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook, stirring, until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, the stock, nutmeg and 1 tablespoon each of the parsley and basil and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until very thick, about 1 1/2 hours. Keep warm.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and return it to the pot.
Stir the cream and the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley and 1 tablespoon of basil into the meat sauce. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, then add 2 cups to the spaghetti and toss. Transfer the spaghetti to a large bowl, top with the remaining sauce and serve. Pass the Parmesan cheese at the table.
Make Ahead: The Bolognese sauce can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce good for PCOS?

Yes, this Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce 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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