Good morning! We’re only 2 days away from a 3-day weekend!! How does everyone feel about that?!
Before we start the countdown to 5:00 tomorrow, let’s talk about some yummy dinner. The other night I roasted a spaghetti squash and made enough for a few meals. Spaghetti squash is super easy to make and satisfies my pasta cravings (which I have all. the. time).
Ever bought a spaghetti squash? If not, it looks like this:
Cooking a spaghetti squash is super easy. I’ve seen recipes that have you microwave it, poke holes in it and bake it, but here’s my way:
Time: 40 minutes
- 1 medium Spaghetti Squash
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- salt, pepper, and garlic powder
Pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees.
Using a super sharp knife (it definitely has to be sharp), cut the squash in half long-ways. Then, use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and the stringy stuff in the middle.
Season the squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Lay the halves flesh side down on a cookie sheet and bake for 40 minutes.
After removing from the oven, flip the halves over (Not sure if this is necessary, but I like to let the squash “breathe”) and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
Using a fork, gently scrape the squash so it forms spaghetti-like strands.
Easy as that! You can serve this any way you’d serve pasta. I love it with meat sauce or meatballs and marinara (my favorite way to eat real pasta). I’ve also made it nice and simple with spinach, feta, chicken, and olive oil.
The other night I had some leftover ground chicken meat sauce that had peppers, tomatoes, and garlic in it. Topped with a little cheese and red pepper flakes, dinner is served!
Next on my list is to make this Skinny Spaghetti Squash Alfredo from The Comfort of Cooking. It looks sooo good!
That’s all for today! When my alarm went off at 4:30 this morning, my body said, “nope!” so I slept for another two hours. It felt amazing and I don’t even feel guilty for skipping the gym. I’m running out the door with a breakfast sandwich in a few minutes, so I hope you all have a fabulous day!
What’s your favorite way to eat spaghetti squash? Links encouraged!
Kelly Runs For Food 
Ah I wish it was a 3 day weekend here, unfortunately not!!
I tried Liz from I Heart Vegetables’s stuffed Spaghetti Squash recipe and it is so good!
Ooh stuffed spaghetti squash sounds really good.
It is really yummy!
This is actually the best post!!! You have no idea how many times I have failed at spaghetti squash! It’s either undercooked or overcooked! Definitely going to be using your method.
Glad I could help, hope it works well for you!
I love spaghetti squash! I roast it in the oven but never season it, hm interesting! I love using it as a pasta substitute too. I also add it to eggs… this is my fave frittata: http://thelittlehoneybee.com/2013/08/16/spaghetti-squash-frittata-for-one/ (I think you’ve seen it)
I have seen that recipe! I looks really good and I’d love to try making the squash as a breakfast item.
Looks good! The only place I can find spaghetti squash is at our local Whole Foods and it is only on a rare occasion they have it. I wish Scotland would go more squashes and pumpkins – sigh….
Oh sad day! I have a hard time finding some near my house too sometimes.
This is great! Thanks so much for posting this!
You’re welcome!
I’ve seen people using spaghetti squash as, well, spaghetti, but I’ve never tried it myself! Looks like a delicious and fun way to pack in some extra veg into a meal 🙂
You should definitely make it! It’s so good for you and yummy!
looks delicious! i havent had spaghetti squash in ages, but its so perfect for fall!! also because i love pasta and sauces, and this is such a great healthy alternative!
Yes! The closer I get to September, the more I’m looking at “fall” foods haha.
I bought a spaghetti squash once…. it sat on my counter for over a week and then I threw it away. I have good intentions, I WANT to try it… I just don’t 🙂
Ha! I do that with apples. I like the idea of them more than the actual food I think.
Now apples… those are a must for me.
I love spaghetti squash and try to make a big batch on Sunday so I have it to add to meals throughout the week but havent in a long time. Thanks for the reminder to start cooking some up again!
Yeah it’s amazing how much one squash makes!
I hear you on the constant craving of pasta! Spaghetti squash is a great alternative, I love it!
That skinny alfredo recipe sounds good too!
Ugh I could eat giant bowls of pasta every day for the rest of my life if my body would let me! Let me know if you try the alfredo kind, cause I think I’d really like it!
I love spaghetti squash – best stuff ever. I love it simple with just parmesan cheese and salt and pepper. YUMM!!
I love simple dishes like that! Sometimes less is definitely more!
No way! I just bought a spaghetti squash and was looking for a recipe. THANK YOU!!!!
YUM! i love spaghetti squash!!
I’m trying spaghetti squash for the first time today because of this post!!
Yay I’m so glad! I hope you like it!
I am in a serious relationship with spaghetti squash. He loves to have a manage tois with me and salmon almost nightly, but sometimes we just get it on together! AHA HA HA HA!
I finally made my spaghetti squash and I’m officially hooked. It is ten times better than regular spaghetti. I couldn’t believe how flavorful it was! Thanks again for posting this 🙂
Yay! I’m so glad you liked it. That stuff is seriously amazing!