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Two-Corn Polenta with Tomatoes, Basil, and Cheese Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Two-Corn Polenta with Tomatoes, Basil, and Cheese Recipe | MyRecipes
Servings: 7
Lunch

This Two-Corn Polenta with Tomatoes, Basil, and Cheese Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Jackie Mills Corn kernels and polenta layer texture and flavor in this dish. Serve with green beans and grilled pork.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped onion (2 medium)
  • 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 cup instant dry polenta
  • 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion to pan; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth, corn, and garlic; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Slowly add polenta, stirring with a whisk until polenta is thick (about 5 minutes). Add cheese, stirring to melt. Stir in salt and pepper. Remove from heat; sprinkle with tomato and basil. Serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Yes, this Two-Corn Polenta with Tomatoes, Basil, and Cheese Recipe | MyRecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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