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spaghetti squash

This baked spaghetti squash recipe is a healthy, cheesy, and flavorful dish perfect for a light dinner or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 7
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5.5 cups cooked spaghetti squash
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup minced onion
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 2 cups skim milk
  • 1 cup fat free chicken broth
  • 2 cups reduced fat cheddar cheese
  • 1 dash salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • 0.125 cup grated parmesan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds and bake until tender, about 1 hour.
  3. Separate strands of squash with a fork, place in a bowl, and squeeze out excess liquid.
  4. Maintain oven temperature.
  5. Heat butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; add onions and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in flour and cook for 3-4 minutes on low heat.
  7. Add milk and chicken broth; whisk until mixture boils and thickens, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Remove from heat; add cheddar cheese until melted.
  9. Mix in cooked spaghetti squash and spinach; pour into a baking dish and top with parmesan.
  10. Bake until bubbly and golden, about 25-30 minutes.

Notes

This healthy recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.