Caramelized Cabbage with Whole-Wheat Penne and Provolone Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

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This Caramelized Cabbage with Whole-Wheat Penne and Provolone Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Katie Barreira This pasta toss is inspired by a similar dish at Franny's restaurant in Brooklyn. The cabbage caramelizes in the pan and becomes just tender enough to bind with the pasta without losing its toothsomeness. Fresh red chile is a mus

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked whole-wheat penne
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
6 cups coarsely chopped green cabbage
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 Fresno chile, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
3 ounces aged provolone cheese, shredded and divided (about 3/4 cup)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

Bring a large saucepan filled with water to a boil. Add pasta; cook 7 to 9 minutes or until al dente. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add garlic to pan; sauté 30 seconds or until beginning to brown. Remove garlic from pan with a slotted spoon; set aside. Increase heat to medium-high. Add cabbage to pan; cook 6 minutes or until browned and tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in salt, black pepper, and chile; cook 2 minutes. Stir in pasta, reserved 1/4 cup pasta cooking liquid, and reserved garlic. Stir in rind and 1. 5 ounces cheese. Divide pasta mixture among 4 bowls. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1. 5 ounces cheese and thyme.

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 Caramelized Cabbage with Whole-Wheat Penne and Provolone Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Caramelized Cabbage with Whole-Wheat Penne and Provolone Recipe | MyRecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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 4 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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