One-Pan Broccoli-Bacon Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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Recipe by Hannah Klinger
Butternut squash puree enhances the color here without distracting from the cheesy flavor, and it sneaks in another serving of vegetables. If you can't find frozen butternut puree, swap in an equal amount of mashed sweet potato o
Ingredients
- 2 center-cut bacon slices, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
- 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen butternut squash puree, thawed
- 10 ounce uncooked large elbow macaroni
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (about 1 1/4 cups)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon; cook 4 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from pan.
- Remove all but 2 teaspoons bacon drippings from pan. Add garlic to drippings in pan; sauté 30 seconds.
- Add stock, milk, and squash to pan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Add pasta; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broccoli; cover and cook 3 minutes or until pasta is done and sauce is thickened.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and 4 ounces cheese. Sprinkle bacon and remaining cheese on top. Cover; let stand 1 minute.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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