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Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Garlic Sage Butter

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Garlic Sage Butter Delight

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Discover the delightful union of cheesy goodness and nutritious spinach, all stuffed in a tender spaghetti squash and enhanced with aromatic garlic sage butter.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large spaghetti squash
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until tender.
  4. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic and chopped sage. Sauté until fragrant.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti squash strands with spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  6. Mix in the sautéed garlic sage butter, then season with salt and pepper.
  7. Stuff the squash halves with the cheese and spinach mixture.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbling.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other herbs like thyme or oregano for extra flavor.
  • This dish can be made vegetarian by ensuring that the cheeses used are rennet-free.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed half
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg