Penne with Asparagus, Peas, Mushrooms and Cream - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Penne with Asparagus, Peas, Mushrooms and Cream is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This simple vegetarian pasta combines the flavors of spring—mushrooms, peas and asparagus—in a luscious creamy sauce.

Ingredients

1 pound thin asparagus
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grilling
Freshly ground pepper
3 medium shallots, minced
3/4 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps thinly sliced
2 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 pounds penne rigate
1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas, thawed
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

Preheat a cast-iron grill pan. Brush the asparagus with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill the asparagus over high heat, turning, until it is lightly charred and very tender, about 6 minutes. Cut the asparagus into 1-inch lengths.
In a very large, deep skillet, heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the shallots and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shiitake, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring once or twice, until the mushrooms are golden and tender, about 8 minutes. Add the cream and bring to a boil. Simmer until slightly reduced, about 4 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking water.
Add the pasta to the skillet along with the asparagus, peas and grated cheese and toss well. Add the reserved pasta water and simmer, tossing, until the pasta is nicely coated. Season the pasta with salt and pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve right away.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penne with Asparagus, Peas, Mushrooms and Cream good for PCOS?

Yes, this Penne with Asparagus, Peas, Mushrooms and Cream 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 8 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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