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Make this easy, healthy Spaghetti Squash AND Meat Sauce all at the same time with this delicious one-pot meal ready in under thirty minutes when made in the pressure cooker or slow cooker!

One-Pot Spaghetti Squash and Meat Sauce (Pressure Cooker and Slow Cooker)

lb 93% ground beef

onion

garlic

salt

black pepper (to taste)

28 oz can crushed tomatoes (I LOVE Tuttorosso)

bay leaf

pecorino romano cheese rind (optional, omit whole30)

Large (4 lb spaghetti squash (makes 6 1/2 cups cooked))

grated cheese for topping (optional, omit whole30)

Sauté the beef with onion, garlic, salt, pepper. Added crushed tomatoes, bay leaf and cheese rind, stir. Pierce the spaghetti squash all over with a knife and place over the sauce. Cook high pressure 15 minutes, or until the skin of squash easily gives when pressed with a spoon. Let the pressure release, discard bay leaf and rind and transfer the squash to a bowl to let cool.

When cool enough to handle, cut in half with a large knife, discard the seeds and scoop the strands out with a fork. Place in a colander to drain well (I use paper towels as well to soak up any excess moisture) then serve sauce over squash with grated cheese if desired.

For the slow cooker, saute meat as above in skillet, transfer to slow cooker with remaining ingredients as listed above and cook low 6 to 8 hours.

This Spaghetti Squash Primavera is loaded with your favorite fresh vegetables and marinara sauce combined for a delectable low carb version of a favorite Italian meal.&nbsp;

Spaghetti Squash Primavera

coconut oil

spaghetti squash

mushrooms I used baby bellas

asparagus

Marinara sauce

pepper

mozzarella (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. (see microwave directions above)

Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.

Place face down on a baking sheet and cook for 45 minutes.

Let cool for 10 minutes.

With a fork, scoop out the "spaghetti" strands of the squash into a serving bowl or small casserole dish.

Add oil to a large skillet and heat on medium high

Add onions, garlic, and mushrooms and saute for about 5 minutes

Add asparagus and cook for another 5 minutes or until desired tenderness.

Add 1 cup of marinara sauce to the spaghetti squash and toss until coated.

10. Top with veggies and the remaining marinara sauce.

11. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese if desired.

12. ENJOY!!

This sausage and peppers stuffed spaghetti squash is the perfect way to use up all that winter squash. Deliciously filling and super simple to make.

Sausage and Peppers Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

(4 pound) spaghetti squash

olive oil

Kosher salt and pepper,

Italian sausage (spicy

sliced bell pepper

onions

garlic,

Italian seasoning

(24 ounce) jar tomato/spaghetti sauce

mozzarella cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line...

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper.

Place whole spaghetti squash in the microwave for...

Place whole spaghetti squash in the microwave for 5 minutes. This helps slightly soften the squash so it's easier to cut open.

Remove from the microwave and carefully cut in...

Remove from the microwave and carefully cut in half, length-wise. Scoop out the seeds and pulp from the middle.

Drizzle each half with 1 tablespoon olive oil...

Drizzle each half with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season liberally with kosher salt and pepper.

Roast for 1 hour or until the flesh...

Roast for 1 hour or until the flesh of the squash will shred when scraped with a fork.

While the squash is cooking make the sauce...

While the squash is cooking make the sauce that will stuff the squash.

In a large skillet set over medium-high heat...

In a large skillet set over medium-high heat add sausage and break up while you stir. If the pan gets too dry simply drizzle in a little olive oil so the sausage does not stick to the bottom or burn.

Once the sausage is lightly browned add in...

Once the sausage is lightly browned add in peppers and onions. Continue cooking until the sausage is fully browned and the vegetables are soft.

Add in garlic and Italian spice. Cook until...

Add in garlic and Italian spice. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Pour in tomato sauce and simmer while the...

Pour in tomato sauce and simmer while the squash cooks. You are looking for a little of the water in the sauce to simmer away leaving a nice thick sauce.

Once the squash is fully cooked remove it...

Once the squash is fully cooked remove it from the oven and carefully scrape and fluff the flesh until fully shredded. Lightly press down into the squash half and fill each squash half with half the sausage/sauce mixture.

Top with cheese and place under the broiler...

Top with cheese and place under the broiler for about 15 minutes to melt and brown the cheese.

Scoop out of the squash and serve. A...

Scoop out of the squash and serve. A 4-pound squash should give you enough for 4 servings, 2 servings per squash.

This tasty collection of ways to cook Spaghetti Squash Recipes will give you plenty of ideas when wondering what to make with spaghetti squash. For an easy start, try this instant pot spaghetti squash.

35 BEST Ways to Cook Spaghetti Squash

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Cut the spaghetti squash in half with a...

Cut the spaghetti squash in half with a sharp knife. Cut through the middle, not lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds.

Place trivet in pressure cooker and add squash...

Place trivet in pressure cooker and add squash and water. Seal the lid.

Pressure cook on high for 7 minutes.

Quick release the pressure.

Allow squash a few minutes to cool, then...

Allow squash a few minutes to cool, then shred into "noodles" with a fork.

Strands of roasted spaghetti squash are layered with marinara sauce, mozzarella and ricotta cheese, then baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and all the flavors bake together.

Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

marinara sauce (or jarred)

ricotta

tsp parmesan cheese

oz part skim shredded mozzarella (I used Sargento)

Preheat oven to 375F.

In four individual 5 x 7-inch oven safe baking dishes, ladle 1/4 cup quick marinara sauce on the bottom of each dish.

Top each with 3/4 cup of cooked spaghetti squash and spread evenly.

Top each with 1/4 cup ricotta. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of grated Parmesan cheese and .75 oz mozzarella on each.

Add the remaining sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.

Cover with foil and bake for 15 - 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges begin to bubble; uncover and cook an additional 5 minutes.

An easy method for roasting spaghetti squash to get the BEST spaghetti squash noodles each and every time! ;)

How to Roast Spaghetti Squash

kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Chop the tip and the tail off of the spaghetti squash, cut it in half length-wise, and scoop the seeds out of each half.

Rub about a tablespoon of olive oil over the flesh of each half. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet.

Roast the squash for 35 to 50 minutes or until the flesh is tender. Note: For crunchy noodles, roast for 35 minutes. For al dente noodles, roast for 40-45. For tender noodles, roast for 50 to 55 minutes.

When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to gently scrape the flesh, releasing spaghetti-like stands. Do this until both halves of the spaghetti squash are scraped clean and place the “spaghetti” into a large serving bowl.

Note that some water will seep out of the “spaghetti” – in order to drain the water, allow the spaghetti to sit in a bowl (or fine colander) and use a slotted spoon to scoop it on plates.

Serve spaghetti squash with your favorite sauce and parmesan cheese.

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An easy tutorial on how to roast spaghetti squash. Spaghetti squash is a nutritious, low-carb gluten-free option for those who have dietary restrictions or are conscious of their carbohydrate intake

This Spaghetti Squash Peanut Stir Fry is an easy, hearty, vegetable-packed dinner that's done in just 1 hour. Vegan &amp; gluten-free!

Spaghetti Squash Peanut Stir Fry

red onion, thinly sliced

bell pepper, thinly sliced

carrot,

mushrooms,

spinach, chopped

edamame

soy sauce, tamarin or liquid aminos

peanut butter

coconut sugar

Sriracha hot sauce

ginger

For topping: sliced green onion, chopped peanuts, chopped cilantro

Cut the knob off of one end of the spaghetti squash, then cut it in half lengthwise. Place the halves skin side down on a baking sheet or directly on oven racks. Bake for 45 minutes, until tender.

In a wok or large skillet, warm up a little water or oil over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and carrots; cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring, until onions begin to turn translucent.

Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add mushrooms and spinach; cook until spinach is wilted. Add edamame; cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.

In a small bowl, add soy sauce, water, peanut butter, coconut sugar, Sriracha, and ginger. Whisk until smooth.

When the spaghetti squash is done, remove from the oven. Remove the flesh with a fork, separating the strings.

Return skillet with vegetables to medium heat. Add shredded spaghetti squash; stir. Pour sauce over the vegetables; cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring until all ingredients are combined throughly.

Serve with fresh green onions, chopped peanuts, or chopped cilantro.

Emilie, I made it tonight!  Enjoying it now...will be going back for seconds.  :)  Will make it again, for sure.  I love spaghetti squash and am always looking for yummy new recipes. Thanks, from the other Emilie. :)

Once again, you had me at your recipe. Btw, my husband and I have our love language too, we sing together and sing to each other. We met by chance in the local coffee shop, a typical summer night when he was playing guitar and I came to the stage to randomly sing a song. Happy Spring!

P/s: You hit both of us by this post, too Emilie!

I quite like this dish, I have tried many recipes, but your recipe is one of my favorite recipes. Great !
Thanks Emilie !

Hi Emilie, you make your spaghetti squash sound and look so delicious. When sound and look goes together, it’s hard to resist.  I’ll try make it this weekend!

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