Delight in this comforting and adaptable Cheesy Spaghetti Squash, a lighter, veggie-packed alternative to traditional pasta dishes. Customize with your favorite seasonal vegetables for a vibrant and satisfying meal.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

1 mins

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place squash, cut-sides down, in a shallow baking dish. Fill the dish with about 1/2 inch of water.

02

Step

13 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until tender, 40-50 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer squash to a cutting board to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

03

Step

5 mins

Use a fork in an up-and-down motion to scrape out spaghetti-like strands of squash into a bowl.

04

Step

6 mins

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini, mushrooms, and tomatoes and cook until softened, 5-7 minutes. Stir in spaghetti squash and season with garlic powder, thyme, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

05

Step

1 mins

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and cook until cheese has melted slightly, 2-3 minutes. Serve hot.

For a richer flavor, try using brown butter instead of regular butter.
Add a protein such as sausage or cooked chicken for a more substantial meal.
Other vegetable options include bell peppers, onions, spinach, or kale.

Abigale Ankunding

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