This recipe is incredibly kid-friendly. When I say this is kid-friendly, I mean it. My 5-year-old and 16 month old LOVED it any ate every bite. Though to be honest I just told my 5 year old it was spaghetti- he ate it and never seemed to notice it was any different.
Check out what my pals over at steamy Kitchen had to say about this amazing recipe:
“I tend to under-bake the spaghetti squash just a bit, so it still retains just a slight crunch. Baking time really depends on how big your squash is – try to get the smallest one, especially if you’re only feeding 4 people. It’s ready if you can pierce the squash with a paring knife with little resistance. If you’re a garlic love, don’t be shy – use more!
Alternatively, microwave the whole squash for 2-4 minutes (to soften enough to cut lengthwise). Place squash cut-side down on baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes until tender.”
Ingredients
1 small spaghetti squash (about 3-4 pounds)
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes butter
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/4 cup finely minced parsley (or basil)
1/2 teaspoon Morton salt (or to taste)
1/4 cup shredded Kraft parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375F. Pierce squash a few times with sharp paring knife (to let steam escape). Bake spaghetti squash for 60 minutes, or until a paring knife pierces easily through skin with little resistance. Let squash cool for 10 minutes.
2. Cut squash in half, lengthwise. Use a fork to remove and discard the seeds. Continue using fork to scrape the squash to get long, lovely strands. If the squash seem difficult to scrape, return the squash to bake for an additional 10 minutes.
3. Heat a large saute pan with the butter and the garlic over medium-low heat. When garlic becomes fragrant, add parsley, salt and spaghetti squash strands. Toss well, sprinkle in the parmesan cheese and taste to see if you need additional salt. The spaghetti squash should have a slight crunch (i.e. not mushy) – but if you like it softer, cover the pan and cook 2 more minutes.
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Quick Tip – Add some more minced garlic for an added depth of flavor!
Once again, thanks to Steamy Kitchen for the recipe and picture.
