Spaghetti Squash?

[mlou]

I was told to eat spaghetti squash just as you would spaghetti but I would like some sauce ideas. Tomato sauce seems to be over- powering and even oil or butter based sauces seem a bit much. Any suggestions appreciated http://www.cookinglight.com/bbs/smile.gif

[Ohioan]

Mlou, try some of the sauces suggested for polenta in the Recipe Finder on this site. The triple-mushroom polenta in particular sounds as though it would be good with spaghetti squash. It's at: www.cookinglight.com/recipefinder/recipe.asp?rid=4024 (http://www.cookinglight.com/recipefinder/recipe.asp?rid=4024)

Cheers, Phoebe

[mightyh]

I pour some canned diced tomatoes, some browned turkey sausage, and some cheese over the cooked spaghetti squash and bake at 350 for 30 minutes... It's a great casserole.

[BethH]

I do spaghetti squash very simply--usually as a side dish. I just cook it in the microwave or oven and then toss with olive oil and garlic, salt and a lot of pepper. Its always tasty--even if its not very innovative http://www.cookinglight.com/bbs/redface.gif I've also done it as a main course by adding tomatoes, shrimp and crushed red pepper to the olive oil, garlic, S&P.

[mlou]

Thanks much for all the quick answers! I may have to try all of these as this squash is new to me me and I just haven't stopped being entertained by it.

[mlou]

Thanks much for all the quick answers! I may have to try all of these as this squash is new to me me and I just haven't stopped being entertained by it.

[lanie]

Pardon my ignorance - but how do you cook this squash - have never tried it??????? All of your suggestions sound great!

[LSB]

CL had a great recipe for Florentine Squash Bake using spaghetti squash. It's from the Oct 94 issue. It has gruyere, prosciutto, and spinach. Let me know if you'd like me to post it. Louise

[mightyh]

I just cook spaghetti squash in the microwave (after I split it in half and scoop out the seeds) for anywhere from 10-15 minutes. You'll be able to tell when it's done cause the "spaghetti" strands will pop out when you rake a fork over it.

[lorilei]

You can also bake the squash (halves down) on a baking sheet. 375-400 for 30-40 minutes, or until squash is tender. http://www.cookinglight.com/bbs/smile.gif

[Stacey Strawn]

Just an FYI--
Look for some more recipe ideas on 11/3 when we'll post a new "In Season" story here on the web focusing on squash--including spaghetti, acorn and more!

[Vanessa]

In search type squash and there you will find how to cook microwave, in the oven, a frittata, salmon with spaguetti squash, a spaguetti squash salad. I believe there was a cake using leftover spaguetti squash (not in search file) too

[mlou]

TO LOUISE http://www.cookinglight.com/bbs/smile.gif

Yes! Please! That sounds delicious and exactly like I would like.

[LSB]

Hi - I've been out all day and am heading out again. But I promise to post the recipe tomorrow! Louise

[LSB]

Here you are...

Florentine Squash Bake

1/4 cup flour
1/8 tsp ground red pepper
2 cups skim milk
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
1 10-oz package frozen spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry
5 cups cooked spaghetti squash
2/3 cup chopped prosciutto (about 3 oz)

Place flour and red pepper in a bowl. Gradually add milk, blending with a wire whisk until smooth; set aside.

Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray and place over med-high heat until hot. Add onion and garlic; saute 1 minute. Add milk mixture and cook 6 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheese and spinach; stir well. Remove from heat. Stir in squash and prosciutto. Spoon into a 13 x 9 inch casserole coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.

6 servings: Calories 170; Protein 11.8; Fat 5.4; Carb 19.6; Fiber 3.6; Chol 20mg; Iron 1.9mg; Sodium 346mg; Calc 283mg

Enjoy!

[robinf]

We love spaghetti squash with pesto. If I'm being lazy, I just nuke the squash, dig out the strands and mix in a tabespoon or so of pesto. If I'm feeling particularly ambitious, I'll do the same thing, add some chopped tomaotes, put the mixture back into the shell, top with some breadcrumbs and parmesean cheese and broil for a couple of minutes until the topping is browned.