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spaghetti squash casserole

(11 RATINGS)
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Denison, IA
Updated on May 24, 2024

I'm always looking for a way to eat squash and this is a great one. It's like spaghetti but better for you.

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Have you ever added spaghetti squash to a casserole before? It can raise a few eyebrows at first, but spaghetti squash is truly a wonderful addition to many traditional recipes. This particular casserole has a distinctly Italian flavor and makes a wonderful side dish. Skeptical or not, this is one we recommend you try.

— The Test Kitchen
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 20 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 pounds spaghetti squash
  • 4 medium tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

How To Make spaghetti squash casserole

  • Remove seeds from a spaghetti squash.
    Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut squash in half. Remove pulp and seeds.
  • Place squash in a baking dish with water and bake.
    Step 2
    Place in pan with cut side down in 1 inch of water. Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool.
  • Cut an x into the tomatoes and drop into boiling water.
    Step 3
    Cut an X on the bottom of each tomato. Drop in boiling water for 30-45 seconds.
  • Place tomatoes in an ice bath.
    Step 4
    Remove and place in ice bath.
  • Peel, core, and chop tomatoes.
    Step 5
    Peel, core, and chop tomatoes.
  • Separate the strands of spaghetti squash.
    Step 6
    Use a fork to separate the spaghetti squash strands.
  • Place spaghetti squash and tomatoes in a baking dish.
    Step 7
    Place spaghetti-like strands in a casserole dish and add tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Saute olive oil and garlic.
    Step 8
    Saute garlic in olive oil. Then toss with tomatoes and squash.
  • Add cheese and green onions. Bake.
    Step 9
    Top with mozzarella, Parmesan, and green onions. Bake for 30 minutes.
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Culture: Italian
Category: Vegetables
Category: Pasta Sides
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake
Collection: Fresh Finds

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