Spinach and Beef Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) Italian-style tomato sauce
- 1 bag (1 lb) frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry, thawed, drained
- 1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
- 1 jar (16 oz) Alfredo pasta sauce
- 8 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 1 bag (1 lb) frozen cut leaf spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
Instructions
- Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat beef over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in tomato sauce. Reduce heat to medium; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine bell pepper and onion stir-fry, and ricotta cheese; mix well. Spoon 1/2 cup of the Alfredo sauce in bottom of baking dish. Arrange 4 uncooked lasagna noodles over sauce.
- Top with half each of the ricotta mixture, spinach, beef mixture and mozzarella cheese. Repeat with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, spinach and beef mixture. Spoon remaining Alfredo sauce over top; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down on baking dish and seal tightly. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Heat oven to 350 °F. Bake covered 45 minutes. Uncover; bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
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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