Spinach and Mushroom Egg Casserole - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 10 eggs
- 1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
- 1 (16 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained and squeezed dry
- 2 (4.5 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 teaspoon butter.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Add cottage cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup melted butter, flour, spinach, mushrooms, baking powder, and salt; mix. Pour egg mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until eggs are set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
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.
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