Savory Herb Cheesecake Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups (16 ounces) reduced-fat sour cream, divided
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted
- 3/4 cup egg substitute
- 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
- 2 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh basil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 3 tablespoons each chopped sweet red, yellow and orange pepper
- 3 tablespoons minced chives
- Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream and soup; beat until smooth. Add egg substitute; beat on low just until combined. Add the Romano cheese, basil, thyme, cornstarch, tarragon, garlic and pepper; beat just until blended.
- Pour into a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 ° for 35-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Turn oven off; leave cheesecake in oven with door ajar for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Just before serving, spread with remaining sour cream. Garnish with chopped peppers and chives. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Basil.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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