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Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts

10 servings
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This Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
A subtle sweetness from maple syrup and salty, smokiness from bacon means these Brussels sprouts are loaded with rich flavor.
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Ingredients

Servings 10

Instructions

  1. In 5- to 6-quart saucepot, cook bacon on medium high 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp and browned, stirring occasionally. With slotted spoon, transfer to medium plate. Remove and discard all but 2 tablespoons rendered fat.

  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add Brussels sprouts, shallots, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to pot. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth and cover. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until sprouts are tender, stirring twice.

  3. Uncover and add maple syrup, vinegar, and cayenne. Cook 2 minutes or until well coated and vinegar has reduced, stirring occasionally. To serve, stir in cooked bacon.

Why this Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts 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.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 10 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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