Description
A comforting dish combining tender spaghetti squash with a rich, cheesy sauce, perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream or low-fat alternative
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and roast cut-side down on a baking sheet for 30-40 minutes, until tender.
- In a bowl, mix cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then stir in shredded cheese until smooth.
- Scrape out the squash strands and mix with the cheese mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Great for meal prep! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze portions for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: spaghetti squash, au gratin, healthy recipe, vegetarian, comfort food, meal prep