Broccoli-Shrimp Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 6 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 1 (1-lb.) pkg. frozen cut broccoli
- 3 tablespoons margarine or butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 4 oz. (1 cup) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 10 oz. (2 1/2 cups) shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 lb. shelled, deveined, cooked medium shrimp
Instructions
- Cook lasagna noodles to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; place in cold water. Cook frozen broccoli until crisp-tender as directed on package. Drain.
- Meanwhile, melt margarine in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, onions, salt, dry mustard, thyme and ground red pepper. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is bubbly and thickened. Remove from heat. Add Monterey Jack cheese; stir until melted.
- Heat oven to 350 °F. Drain noodles. In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish, layer 1/2 cup sauce, 3 noodles, all of the cooked broccoli, 1/2 cup of the Cheddar cheese and 1 cup sauce. Top with remaining noodles, all of the shrimp, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, the remaining sauce and the remaining cheese.
- Bake at 350 °F. for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
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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