Pasta With Broccoli And Sausage - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh broccoli, cut into flowerets
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 pound reduced-fat smoked sausage, sliced
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook broccoli and fettuccine in boiling water to cover in a Dutch oven 4 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain. Place in a large bowl.
- Melt butter in a large heavy skillet; add mushrooms and garlic, and saute 3 minutes or until tender. Add to fettuccine mixture.
- Brown sausage in skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes; drain and add to fettuccine mixture. Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel.
- Stir together eggs, whipping cream, and pepper in skillet until blended. Add fettuccine mixture; toss well. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and toss. Serve immediately.
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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