Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash Microwave Instructions for Squash: Make cuts all around the spaghetti squash with a knife. Place in microwave in a microwavable dish and microwave on medium-high in 5 minute increments. Rotate spaghetti squash every 5 minutes until soft (total time should be anywhere from 10-15 minutes depending on the size of the spaghetti squash). Remove from microwave. Let cool for 10 minutes. Cut in half and remove seeds, and then separate the strands.

Place on glass baking dish: Now get creative….. Pizza Spaghetti Squash Top each half with 1/2 cup pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and pizza toppings then return to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. (Pizza toppings: pepperoni, black olives, ham, sausage, peppers, etc) *********************************************************************************** Spaghetti Squash With Meat Sauce Add your favorite spaghetti sauce and top with cheese *********************************************************************************** Spaghetti Squash Casserole With Ricotta and Spinach in a large bowl, combine the ricotta, egg, spinach, garlic, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon pepper.With a fork, gently scrape out the strands of flesh and add to the ricotta mixture. Mix gently to combine. Transfer the mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish, sprinkle with the mozzarella, and bake until browned and bubbling, 18 to 22 minutes. *********************************************************************************** Taco Spaghetti Squash 1 small onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 large red bell pepper, diced 14 oz red kidney or black bean beans, drained & rinsed 1/2 tsp chili powder 2 tbsp diced canned chilis or jalapeños (or to taste) 1 cup tomato sauce 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped + more for garnish 1 + 1/2 cup Colby Jack/Tex Mex/Mozzarella cheese, shredded & divided 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper Cooking spray Preheat medium skillet on medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper and sauté for 4 - 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add beans, chili powder, chilies/jalapeños, tomato sauce, cilantro and stir. Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup cheese. Stir again. This recipe I scooped the spaghetti squash out and placed into a casserole dish. Top with cheese and back for 10 to 15 minutes.

Chili Spaghetti Squash Spoon in your favorite chili and top with cheese