Protein Packed Mac & Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 5

Lunch

This Protein Packed Mac & Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This classic dish gets upgraded with Johnsonville! While many reach for the boxed stuff, this quick and easy recipe shows you how easy homemade can be. Take your favorite elbow macaroni, butter, flour, milk and American cheese to create a delicious meal t

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked whole grain elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup fat-free milk
8 ounces processed American cheese, cubed (Velveeta® or Kraft®)
1 link (half of 13.5 ounce package) JOHNSONVILLE® Smoked or Three Cheese Italian Style Premium Cooking Sausage, quartered and sliced

Instructions

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Add cheese; cook and stir until melted.
Stir in macaroni and sausage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Protein Packed Mac & Cheese good for PCOS?

Yes, this Protein Packed Mac & Cheese 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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