Dinner: Mexican Macaroni Casserole

Bring more color and vitamins to a classic Mexican casserole with the addition of Green Giant® creamed spinach - a delicious family dinner.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health benefits of Mexican Macaroni Casserole

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.

Ingredients

1 (10-oz.) pkg. frozen creamed spinach
1 (7-oz.) pkg. (3 1/2 cups) uncooked elbow macaroni
1 (10-oz.) can tomatoes with chiles, undrained
1/2 cup sour cream
6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °F. Prepare spinach and cook macaroni as directed on packages.
In ungreased 2-quart ovenproof casserole, combine cooked spinach, cooked macaroni, tomatoes with chiles, sour cream and half of the cheese; mix well. Top with remaining cheese.
Bake at 350 °F. for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted.

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