Doubly Cheesy Ham Divan Bake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Doubly Cheesy Ham Divan Bake
Servings: 6
Lunch

This Doubly Cheesy Ham Divan Bake is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Ham and cheese are at home with egg noodles and cheese sauce in this simply divine Divan.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups uncooked medium egg noodles (6 oz)
  • 2 boxes (10 oz each) frozen broccoli & cheese flavored sauce
  • 2 cups cubed cooked ham
  • 1 cup finely shredded Cheddar-American cheese blend (4 oz)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 jar (2.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 3/4 cup coarsely crushed bite-size cheese crackers

Instructions

  1. In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook noodles as directed on package. Drain; return to Dutch oven.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cut small slit in top of each pouch of vegetables; place both on microwavable plate. Microwave on High 4 to 5 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender.
  3. Into cooked noodles in Dutch oven, gently stir broccoli with cheese sauce, ham, cheese, milk, pepper and mushrooms. Spoon into baking dish.
  4. Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle crushed crackers over top before serving.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Doubly Cheesy Ham Divan Bake recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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