Stuffed Shells with Three-Cheese Stuffing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 5

Lunch

This Stuffed Shells with Three-Cheese Stuffing is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

One 1-pound box large shell pasta
1 1/2 cups fresh ricotta, store-bought or homemade
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs
Zest of 1 lemon
2 cups freshly grated mozzarella
3 1/2 cups tomato sauce, store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook the shells according to the package instructions, making sure to cook them a bit al dente. Gently fold together the ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, eggs, lemon zest and 1 cup of the mozzarella in a bowl. Fill the cooked shells with 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture each. Spoon a layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan, about 2 1/2 cups. Place the filled shells on top of the sauce; do not overcrowd. Top the shells with the remaining 1 cup tomato sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove the foil and cook until the cheese is fully melted and browned on top, an additional 5 minutes. Finish with chopped parsley and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stuffed Shells with Three-Cheese Stuffing good for PCOS?

Yes, this Stuffed Shells with Three-Cheese Stuffing 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 5 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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