Spinach Pie - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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Mary Fitzgerald, Wexford: Gardener and internet enthusiast Three generations of my family have eaten this dish: we used to make it to use up my father's seasonal harvest of spinach. I now grow spinach in my own garden, along with everything from sorrel an
Ingredients
- 560g (1lb 4oz) spinach, washed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 250g (10oz) cottage cheese
- 250g (10oz) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180 °C/350 °F/Gas 4.
- Steam the spinach, drain well and roughly chop. In a large bowl, mix the cooked spinach with the onion, beaten eggs and both types of cheese. Beat well and season with pepper and nutmeg.
- Transfer mixture to one large pie dish, or individual dishes if using. Bake in preheated oven for 25 –30 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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