Italian Spaghetti Squash

Italian Spaghetti Squash
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    154

Experience the comforting warmth of Italy with this delightful spaghetti squash creation. A vibrant medley of flavors that transforms the humble squash into a satisfying main course or a delectable side dish.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    22 g
  • Cholesterol
    20 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    1230 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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02 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Pour water in baking dish and place halved squash cut-sides down in the dish.

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03 Step

Recipe View 45 mins Bake squash in preheated oven until a fork pierces the skin very easily, about 45 minutes. Let squash cook while preparing remainder of recipe.

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04 Step

Recipe View 36 mins Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and continue to saute until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Pour diced tomatoes over the onion mixture; season with basil. Place a cover on the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the tomatoes are soft, about 30 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

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05 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Once squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to strip flesh from the skin in strands. Stir squash and Parmesan cheese into tomato mixture. Replace cover on skillet and cook until squash is heated through, 5 to 10 minutes more. Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese over the dish to serve.

For a richer flavor, try using fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a nice touch of heat.
Fresh basil can be used in place of dried basil - just triple the quantity.
Consider adding other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to the tomato sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 51 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Shany Rodriguez

    This recipe is a family favorite! Even my picky eaters love it.

  • Kyla Upton

    Easy to follow and the flavors are fantastic. Will definitely make again.

  • Paolo Hoppe

    I added some Italian sausage to make it a heartier meal - delicious!

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