Turkey Stroganoff with Spaghetti Squash

Name: Turkey Stroganoff with Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds); 1 pound lean ground turkey; 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup white wine or beef stock; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 cups beef stock; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 cup half-and-half cream; Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. Cook: 15 min. YIELD: 4 servings.

My twin sister and I came up with this entree after we both successfully lost weight but still wanted to indulge in comfort food. Spaghetti squash is a fantastic healthy alternative to pasta, and we use it in many recipes. —Courtney Varela, Aliso Viejo, California

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
1 pound lean ground turkey
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white wine or beef stock
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley

Directions

1. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 15-18 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, mushrooms and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in wine.
3. Combine cornstarch and stock until smooth. Add to pan. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, steak seasoning and thyme. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in cream; heat through.
4. When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve with turkey mixture. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup meat mixture with 1 cup squash: 315 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 956mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein.