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Spaghetti Squash: An Incredible Recipe from our Facebook Community!

This spaghetti squash recipe combines two of our favorite things: seasonal ingredients and reader involvement. Our community members not only offer enthusiastic support on our Facebook group, but also contribute their favorite AH friendly recipes!

We had the chance to try this recipe over the weekend, and absolutely loved it. Spaghetti squash is simple to work with and makes a great meal that anyone can enjoy. The natural texture of spaghetti squash lends itself perfectly to preparing traditional “pasta” dishes – without the need for store bought noodles.

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What’s in This Delicious Spaghetti Squash Recipe?

This recipe features common, delicious pasta-inspired ingredients. In all likelihood, you probably have everything you need for this recipe right in your pantry and fridge! After trying this delicious spaghetti squash variation, try making your own. What toppings or garnishes would you add? Try experimenting with different types of pasta sauce or toppings. Why not add basil pesto, cream sauce, or homemade red pepper sauce? Or, perhaps try garnishing with fresh herbs, extra cheese, or crumbled nuts.

Your Challenge: Check out the full meal recipe variations (at the bottom of the recipe card) and choose one to try this week. Let us know how in goes in the comments below, or snap a photo and share in our Facebook Group. We can’t wait to see what you’ve been cooking!

Eager to learn more about cooking different types of squash? Check out this post for a few tips and tricks!

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Spaghetti Squash in Shells

AH Reader Suzi Koster
This recipe came from Suzi Koster, one of our readers who loved our Eggplant Parmesan recipe and wanted to make it work with spaghetti squash. If you’ve been hesitant to try crafting your own AH friendly meals, this is a great way to test the waters. Starting with a familiar, established recipe allows you to play with flavors and ratios that you already know work well together. Pretty soon, you’ll be a fabulous AH chef in your own kitchen!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine European
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 small or medium spaghetti squash
  • 16 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 jar Always Hungry Approved marinara sauce (no sugar, corn starch, etc.)
  • 15 ounces whole milk ricotta
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2-3 tbsp basil or parsley, chopped
  • mozzarella cheese, shredded, to taste

Instructions
 

  • First, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cut squash in half. Remove seeds. Roast cut side down for 30 to 40 minutes, until the skin is soft enough to push down. Gently scrape a fork across the flesh to pull back and separate the strands of squash. For better baking and presentation, leave the strands in the shell. You can prepare the sauce layers while the squash is roasting.
  • To make the sauce layer, sauté mushrooms, bell pepper, and sweet onion.
  • Once sautéed, add to marinara. Set aside.
  • Mix egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and basil/parsley into the ricotta.
  • Layer the marinara mixture and ricotta mixture on top of the squash halves, evenly distributed.
  • Top with mozzarella. Bake for 20 minutes, or until warm, bubbly, and browned on top. Serve hot with your favorite salad!

Notes

Nutrition (Spaghetti Squash Shells Only)

Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Protein: 17g
Calories: 380

Nutrition (Full Meal - Vegetarian Option 1)

Serve each portion with 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt OR 1 cup 4% cottage cheese topped with 2 tablespoons hemp seeds.
Fat: 46%
Carbohydrates: 29% 
Protein: 25%
Calories: 730

Nutrition (Full Meal - Vegetarian Option 2)

Top each portion with 150 grams firm tofu (recommended to mix with the sautéed vegetables) and 1 tablespoon of your favorite AH/AD dressing OR 1/2 tablespoon olive oil/butter.
Fat: 46%
Carbohydrates: 29%
Protein: 25%
Calories: 620

Nutrition (Full Meal - Meat)

Top each portion with one serving Shredded Chicken (Always Delicious pg. 110) and 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite AH/AD dressing OR 1 tablespoon olive oil/butter.
Fat: 48%
Carbohydrates: 26%
Protein: 26%
Calories: 670
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