Queso Fundido - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled (or you could even use feta cheese)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped rough and packed tight
- 3 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon for buttering the dish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Tortillas or chips, to serve
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350degrees Fahrenheit.
- Put cheeses in a mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium high heat melt butter and saute the mushrooms until cooked, 2 to 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and chopped spinach and cook until spinach is wilted and garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Pour over cheese, toss to mix.
- Place cheese mixture into lightly buttered, oven-safe baking dish, low bowl or casuela. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place in heated oven and bake until bubbling and lightly browned on top, 10-12 minutes. Dig in.
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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