**Pressure Cooker Cheesy Bacon Spaghetti Squash: A Low-Carb, Flavorful Delight**
Craving a hearty and comforting meal without compromising on your health goals? Look no further than this pressure cooker cheesy bacon spaghetti squash. This innovative dish combines the classic flavors of spaghetti and cheese with the nutritional benefits of spaghetti squash, creating a guilt-free indulgence. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the delectable recipes featured in this article, ranging from a classic cheesy bacon spaghetti squash to tantalizing variations like a creamy pesto sauce version and a spicy chorizo twist. Get ready to satisfy your taste buds while embracing a healthier lifestyle with this versatile and flavorful dish.
CHEESY BACON SPAGHETTI SQUASH
This quick casserole is called "cheesy" for a reason. Stir in any kind you've got. -Jean Williams, Stillwater, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down; microwave on high until tender, 15-20 minutes. Cool slightly. Separate strands with a fork., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings., In same pan, heat drippings over medium heat; stir in butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper until blended. Add squash; toss and heat through. Remove from heat; stir in cheese. Top with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
BACON AND CHEESE SPAGHETTI SQUASH BAKE
This quick and easy spaghetti squash side dish casserole is bursting with flavor. It's great for picnics and potlucks.
Provided by gemini_goddess
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Coat the inside of squash with about 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 30 minutes. Cool squash for 10 minutes.
- Grease a casserole dish.
- Shred the inside of squash with a fork and transfer to a bowl. Add 1/2 the shredded Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, butter, salt, and black pepper; mix until well blended. Transfer mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 45 minutes.
- Remove casserole from oven. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese and return to the hot oven. Bake until cheese is browned and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 23 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 1077.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SPICY GARLIC-PARMESAN SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH BACON
Mild and tender spaghetti squash partners up with garlic, Parmesan, bacon, and oregano, with a little kick from crushed pepper flakes. Quick, easy, and flavorful.
Provided by lutzflcat
Time 1h5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Using a sharp knife, cut off the root end of the squash, cut in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds and connecting strands with a spoon. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and place squash on the baking sheet with cut sides down.
- Bake until the skin can be easily pierced with a fork, and the flesh is tender, about 45 minutes.
- While squash is baking, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy and browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a paper towel to drain.
- Remove squash from the oven and let rest until cool enough to handle. Scrape out the flesh with a fork creating long strands, loosening and removing the strands from the shells.
- Heat a large pan on medium heat, and melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add squash strands, toss with garlic butter, and cook until heated through, stirring often, about 2 minutes.
- Remove pan from the heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Gently stir to coat the strands and let the cheese melt. Garnish with bacon, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 62.4 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
PRESSURE COOKER SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Steps:
- Cut off the stem end of the squash, cut the squash in half and remove the seeds with a spoon. Add water to the pressure cooker pot. Place the spaghetti squash on a steamer basket or rack in the pot. Cook 8 minutes on high pressure. Use a quick pressure release. When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrap the strands of "spaghetti" from the skin.
BACON SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Spaghetti squash is known as "the fun squash" because it's so different from any other type of squash you are going to cook. There are also so many different things you can do with it. This is a basic preparation.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the squash in half and carefully remove the seeds.
- You might want to use a kitchen scissors to cut around the edge because you don't want to dig into the squash itself (which is easy to do).
- Turn upside down in a baking pan.
- Bake at 375-degrees until the inside is somewhat soft (about 45 minutes for this sized squash).
- Let cool until the squash can be handled and then carefully remove the inside of the squash.
- They will come out in threads that look and act much like cooked spaghetti (thus, the name).
- There will be a much larger volume of strands than you think!
- Cook several pieces of bacon very crisp and chop into bacon bits.
- In a skillet, heat some olive oil and/or butter.
- Add the spaghetti squash threads.
- Toss with spices as desired and the bacon bits.
- Heat through and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 6.6, Sodium 186.9, Carbohydrate 19.8, Protein 4.1
Tips:
- Use a good quality pressure cooker. This will ensure that your spaghetti squash cooks evenly and quickly.
- Pierce the spaghetti squash with a fork before cooking. This will help the steam to escape and prevent the squash from exploding.
- Cook the spaghetti squash for the recommended amount of time. Overcooking will make the squash mushy.
- Fluff the spaghetti squash with a fork before serving. This will help to separate the strands of squash and make it easier to eat.
- Add your favorite toppings to the spaghetti squash. Some popular options include cheese, bacon, sauce, and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Pressure cooker cheesy bacon spaghetti squash is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The squash is cooked in a pressure cooker until it's tender, then topped with a cheesy bacon sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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