Italian Mac and Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 8 oz. (2 1/4 cups) uncooked ziti (long tubular pasta)
- 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) shredded provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers (from 7.5-oz. jar), drained, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Progresso™ Italian Style Bread Crumbs
- 2 teaspoons margarine or butter, melted
Instructions
- In large saucepan, cook ziti to desired doneness as directed on package, adding broccoli during last minute of cooking time. Drain; return to saucepan.
- Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray. In medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of the milk, flour, salt, hot pepper sauce and garlic; stir with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups milk. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add cheese; stir until melted.
- Add cheese sauce to cooked ziti and broccoli; mix well. Stir in roasted peppers. Spoon into sprayed casserole. In small bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted margarine; mix well. Sprinkle over top.
- Bake at 350 °F. for 20 to 25 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and crumbs are golden brown.
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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