Kabocha Squash Mac 'n' Cheese with Pork Rind Crust - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Kabocha Squash Mac 'n' Cheese with Pork Rind Crust is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 small kabocha squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup chicken stock
3 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
3 ounces Colby cheese, grated
3 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
5 tablespoons crushed pork rinds (see note)
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 4-inch-deep 9-by-12-inch baking dish or casserole.
Peel and halve the squash. Scrape out the seeds and membranes and cut into rough 1-inch cubes. Place them on a baking sheet, toss with the olive oil, and season with a little salt and pepper. Spread them out on the baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the squash is fork-tender.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked but still with a slight resistance to it. Drain the macaroni in a colander and cool under cold running water. Set aside.
Transfer the cooked squash to a blender, add the milk, chicken stock, three cheeses, and the butter, and blend on high to a smooth puree. Add 2 teaspoons salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and the nutmeg and pulse to mix. Transfer the squash puree to a bowl, add the elbow macaroni, and mix thoroughly.
Transfer the mixture to the buttered baking dish. Sprinkle the pork rinds and sesame seeds over the top. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil, and continue baking until the mac 'n' cheese is lightly browned and crisp on top, another 25 to 30 minutes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kabocha Squash Mac 'n' Cheese with Pork Rind Crust good for PCOS?

Yes, this Kabocha Squash Mac 'n' Cheese with Pork Rind Crust 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 8 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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