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Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Comforting Spaghetti Squash Casserole for Cozy Fall Nights

This Comforting Spaghetti Squash Casserole is a flavorful, lower-carb dish perfect for autumn.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 medium Spaghetti Squash Roasted until tender
  • 2 cups Gruyere Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with chicken or beef
  • 2 medium Caramelized Onions Sautéed until golden brown
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions For topping, can use breadcrumbs as a substitute

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • Bowl
  • Fork
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Roast for 40-50 minutes until tender.
  2. Once roasted, cool for about 5 minutes. Flip the squash halves and fluff the insides with a fork. Set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced onions. Sauté for 15-20 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
  4. Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks for 5–7 minutes until no longer pink. Add minced garlic and sauté for additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Fold in baby spinach, sage, and thyme. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. In a bowl, combine fluffed spaghetti squash, turkey-onion-spinach mixture, and Gruyere cheese. Mix well.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with French fried onions and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider prepping the casserole a day in advance for convenience; it reheats wonderfully before serving.

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