Cauliflower Gratin with Mustard-Sage Cornbread Crumbs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Dinner

This Cauliflower Gratin with Mustard-Sage Cornbread Crumbs is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, divided
1 cup chopped shallots
9 cups 1 1/2-inch cauliflower florets (preferably white, green, and yellow)
1 1/4 cups low-salt chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon plus 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1 1/2 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread (homemade or purchased)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add shallots; sauté until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add cauliflower. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Add broth. Cover and steam until cauliflower is just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
Using slotted spoon, transfer cauliflower to bowl. Add cream, 1 teaspoon mustard, 1 teaspoon sage, flour, and lemon peel to pot. Boil until sauce is thick, whisking, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Toss in cauliflower. Arrange cauliflower, stem side down, with sauce in 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Whisk in 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard and 1 tablespoon sage. Add cornbread crumbs; toss to coat. Spoon crumbs over cauliflower. Bake until topping is golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cauliflower Gratin with Mustard-Sage Cornbread Crumbs good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cauliflower Gratin with Mustard-Sage Cornbread Crumbs recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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 8 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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