Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Spinach and Cheese

Step 1

In a small bowl, soak the raw cashews in 1/2 cup hot water and set aside.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 400F/200C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out and discard the inner seeds.

Step 3

Paint the flesh of the spaghetti squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil and place the spaghetti squash halves face down on the baking sheet. Cook for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick glides effortlessly through the spaghetti squash. Set aside to cool slightly, flesh side up.

Step 4

In a high speed blender, add the raw cashews with the water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 5

Scoop the thawed spinach into a clean tea towel and squeeze out the excess moisture. Set aside.

Step 6

Bring a skillet to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil and chopped garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add the cashew cream, spinach, grated mozzarella and parmesan. Season with thyme leaves, salt and pepper. Mix everything to combine.

Step 7

Divide the cheesy filling into the center of each spaghetti squash and place back in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheesy top is slightly golden. Optional to turn the oven to broil for 1 to 2 minutes longer for a browner top.