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Spaghetti Squash Casserole Recipe

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Spaghetti squash, like zucchini, can take over a garden. This is an excellent way to put that abundance to good use. I got the original recipe at a cooking class, and I've made it many times since. It's unique and tasty. -Mina Dick, Boissevain, Manitoba

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Spaghetti Squash Casserole Recipe

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 45 min.

Yield: 6-8 Servings

20 45 65

Ingredients

1 small spaghetti squash (1-1/2 to 2 pounds)
1/2 cup water
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place with cut side down in a baking dish; add water. Cover and bake at 375° for 20-30 minutes or until it is easily pierced with a fork. When cool enough to handle, scoop out squash, separating the strands with a fork. In a skillet, cook beef, onion, red pepper and garlic until meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain; add tomatoes, oregano, salt, pepper and squash. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Transfer to an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with the cheese and parsley; let stand a few minutes. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 160 calories, 9 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 39 mg cholesterol, 226 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 14 g protein.

Originally published as Spaghetti Squash Casserole in Taste of Home October/November 1994, p27

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Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2012 by ss_kory

I used 2 cups of diced tomatoes and added some Italian seasoning as someone suggested for more flavour. Very easy recipe....very quick, for a healthy family meal. Will definitely make this casserole again!

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2012 by r.hoefert

This is excellent! The first time I made it was with home grown squash that was bigger in size than called for so I doubled the meat sauce which worked great. That first time, I found that I was out of tomatoes, so I used home canned tomato products. I have used a chili base, pasta sauce, and salsa. Any of them worked great. I will continue to make it this way.

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2012 by Missakay76

This is a big hit with my family! My kids love it, although they want to know why the "noodles" are crunch!

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2012 by jieastcott

Love this! Have won over hubby and company alike who generally dislike squash. Definitely a keeper

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2011 by unica424

This recipe was amazing! I honestly was not sure what to expect; my first time cooking with spaghetti squash. I will definitely make this again! I used ground turkey instead of beef and added a little bit of mixed Italian seasonings in addition to plain oregano. Delicious!!

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2011 by mehalv

I was not a fan of this recipe at all. I felt it was lacking in seasoning, and was unappealing.

Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2011 by ruthiedev

This was a very simple and easy hotdish, and also very yummy! If I want to stretch it more, I'd add some cooked macaroni to it.

Reviewed on May. 16, 2011 by ottumwaiowa

I have made this twice now and I love it.

Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2010 by stinson.whitney

I've made this twice, but substituted the groud beef for sausage and it's delish. A real hit in my house.

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2010 by bjsteinberg1

This is wonderful. I have made it several times now and everyone has loved it.

Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2009 by Summy

I have made this recipe so many times. It's totally yummy. Even my children enjoyed it when they were younger. Usually I substitute ground turkey for the beef.

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