Guiltless Cheesy Mac - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Guiltless Cheesy Mac is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing dish
1 cup finely chopped cauliflower
1/2 cup skim milk
3 ounces shredded Cheddar
3 ounces shredded Parmesan
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 egg whites
One 16-ounce bag frozen petite peas
4 cups cooked multigrain elbow macaroni
1/4 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a casserole dish with nonstick spray.
Drain the macaroni, and then return it to the pot and keep warm.
Combine the cauliflower, milk, cheeses, sour cream, mustard, salt, pepper, egg whites and peas in a large bowl and mix well. Stir the mixture into the warm macaroni, letting the residual heat combine the pasta and sauce.
Pour into the casserole dish and evenly sprinkle the breadcrumbs on top. Bake until the filling is hot and the top is golden, 35 to 40 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guiltless Cheesy Mac good for PCOS?

Yes, this Guiltless Cheesy Mac 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 4 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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