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Creamy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

A deliciously creamy and cheesy dish made with roasted spaghetti squash, perfect as a side or main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main, Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spaghetti Squash
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash halved and seeds removed
Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese plus extra for topping
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Topping
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs for crunch
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil to mix with bread crumbs

Method
 

Prepare the Spaghetti Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the halved spaghetti squash cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
Make the Creamy Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
Combine and Bake
  1. Once the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands.
  2. Add the spaghetti squash strands to the creamy mixture and stir until well combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over the top.
  5. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables.

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