Steps to Prepare Spaghetti Squash Plant Leaves

Spaghetti Squash Casserole In The Shell

Spaghetti squash, botanically classified as cucurbita pepo, is a unique winter variety that is a member of the cucurbitaceae family along with pumpkins, zucchini, and gourds.

Recipe Summary Spaghetti Squash Casserole In The Shell

I love almost any squash recipe, and this one makes a great meal all by itself! Quick, easy, and one of my favorite ways to make spaghetti squash!

Ingredients | Spaghetti Squash Plant Leaves

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded

1 pound lean ground beef

½ cup finely chopped onion

½ cup minced bell pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained

⅓ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place squash in baking pan; pour in enough boiling water to come 1/2-inch up the sides of dish.

Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven; cool until easily handled, 7 to 10 minutes.

Reduce oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Scoop out squash; separate strands with a fork. Reserve shells.

Cook beef, onion, and bell pepper in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes; drain. Stir in garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Stir in squash; cook until liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes.

Fill squash shells with squash mixture using a slotted spoon; place in a shallow baking pan.

Bake in the preheated oven until flavors combine, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese; bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Any ground meat can be substituted for ground beef. You can substitute mozzarella cheese instead of Cheddar.

As a side dish this can serve 8 to 10, or it can be used as a main dish and serve 4 to 6.

Info | Spaghetti Squash Plant Leaves

prep: 25 mins cook: 1 hr 19 mins additional: 7 mins total: 1 hr 51 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings

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