Baked Rigatoni and Peas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 20

Lunch

This Baked Rigatoni and Peas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This main dish is split between two pans -- put one on the buffet and keep the other, ready to serve, in the oven.

Ingredients

2 package rigatoni or ziti
14 tbsp. butter or margarine
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
7 c. milk
2 c. Parmesan cheese
1 bag frozen peas
2 can diced tomatoes
1 c. basil leaves
1/2 c. plain dried bread crumbs

Instructions

In large saucepot (12 quarts), prepare rigatoni as label directs, using 1 tablespoon salt in water; drain. Return rigatoni to saucepot; keep warm.
Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan over low heat, melt 10 tablespoons margarine or butter (1 1/4 sticks). Stir in flour; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. With wire whisk, gradually blend in milk. Increase heat to medium; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pour Parmesan sauce over rigatoni in saucepot, stirring to combine. Stir in peas, tomatoes with their juice, and basil. Spoon rigatoni mixture into 2 shallow 3 1/2- to 4-quart casseroles or two 13" by 9" glass baking dishes.
In small saucepan over low heat, melt remaining 4 tablespoons margarine or butter (1/2 stick); remove from heat and stir in bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. (Recipe can be prepared to this point up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate rigatoni and topping separately.) Sprinkle topping on rigatoni before baking. Bake rigatoni until hot and bubbly and topping is golden, 30 to 35 minutes if cooking right away, or about 1 hour if refrigerated.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked Rigatoni and Peas good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked Rigatoni and Peas 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 20 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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