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Easy Spaghetti Squash au Gratin

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious and easy-to-make dish combining roasted spaghetti squash with a cheesy, spicy topping for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small spaghetti squash (halved lengthwise)
  • 3 tbsp light margarine
  • 3/4 cup fat-free sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese
  • to taste none salt
  • to taste none ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • cooking spray cooking spray

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Bake the halved spaghetti squash for 40 minutes until tender, then shred the flesh with a fork.
  • In a skillet, melt margarine and sauté diced onion until translucent.
  • Mix the cooked onion, sour cream, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and garlic powder into the shredded squash.
  • Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and spray with cooking spray.
  • Bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Spaghetti Squash

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 600mg