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spaghetti squash au gratin

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Orlando, FL
Updated on Sep 12, 2024

Tastes like a hashbrown casserole without all the calories and carbs.

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If you're on the fence about spaghetti squash, this recipe will make you fall in love with it. Cooking the squash in the microwave makes it very easy to prep. After being baked, the strands are mixed with onions sauteed in butter, seasonings, sour cream, and cheese. Once baked, the sauce becomes creamy and is simply delicious.

— The Test Kitchen
prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, cut in half and very thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more if you like it spicy
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

How To Make spaghetti squash au gratin

  • Cut spaghetti squash in half and remove seeds.
    Step 1
    Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds.
  • Microwave in a covered dish with water.
    Step 2
    Place in a covered dish with a 1/4-inch of water. Microwave for 10 -12 minutes.
  • Saute onions in butter with thyme.
    Step 3
    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium-sized skillet over medium heat, add the butter, onions, and thyme. Cook until the onions are slightly brown in color. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Scrape the insides of the squash and transfer to a small bowl.
    Step 4
    Using a fork, scrape the insides of the squash and transfer to a small bowl.
  • Combine the squash, onions, sour cream, and cheese.
    Step 5
    Combine the squash, onions, sour cream, and half the cheese. Mix well.
  • Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    Step 6
    Add salt, pepper, and red pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
    Step 7
    Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake until golden brown.
    Step 8
    Place into a 375 degree F oven for 15 – 20 minutes until golden brown.
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Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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