SOUTHWEST SPAGHETTI SQUASH CASSEROLE
Today was my first time trying spaghetti squash and I was not disappointed. This is a super tasty low calorie meal. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by Diane Atherton
Categories Beef
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 9x9" baking dish for the casserole. Use a different pan for baking the squash.
- 2. With sharp knife slice top out of squash. Stand squash flat on the cut side. Slice squash in half. NOTE: this squash was not easy to cut, pretty tough skin.
- 3. Scoop out the seed and membrane.
- 4. Brush inside of each half with oil; sprinkle with salt an pepper. Place cut sides down in baking pan.
- 5. Bake for about 40 minutes or until squash is fork tender.
- 6. Remove from oven; let cool for about 10 minutes or until cool enough to handle.
- 7. REDUCE oven heat to 350 degrees.
- 8. Using a fork, scrape out the spaghetti squash. Place in bottom of prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and a small amount of the taco seasoning; toss. Spread squash evenly over bottom of baking dish.
- 9. In large skillet over medium heat, cook meat, onion, pepper, and garlic until meat is cooked. Add taco seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste. Add pepper flakes for a little more heat. Stir in refried beans and black beans. Remove from heat.
- 10. Layer beef mixture over squash.
- 11. Drain some of the liquid from Rotel tomatoes. Spread tomatoes evenly over top of meat layer using about 2 tbsp. of the liquid.
- 12. Bake for 40 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from oven; sprinkle cheese evenly over top. Return to oven and bake a few more minutes until cheese has melted.
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maribelle and gaelle aazan
a-maribelle29@hotmail.comThis recipe was a disaster! The squash was mushy and the filling was burnt.
Aida Cortez
c_aida@gmail.comThis recipe was not what I expected. The squash was not cooked through and the filling was too dry.
Suwifee Jibrinebbo
s-j@yahoo.comThis recipe was too complicated for me. I think I would try a simpler recipe next time.
Ghamshad Otho
otho.ghamshad65@yahoo.comThis recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.
Elsa Frozen
e_f42@gmail.comI loved this recipe! The squash was so tender and the filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.
T G
t_g77@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The squash was cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Tippett Reinson
t-r@gmail.comI made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.
Skyla Clements
c@hotmail.comThis recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The squash was perfectly cooked and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Keilly Reyes
keillyreyes@yahoo.comI made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The kids especially enjoyed the cheesy filling. I will definitely be making this again.
Suleiman Mwalagha
s-mwalagha72@aol.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfect! The squash was tender and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ajidahun Oluwafisayo
o.ajidahun@gmail.comThis recipe was a hit at my party! I made it for a potluck and everyone raved about it. The presentation was beautiful and the taste was even better. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sharif 360
s341@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of spaghetti squash, but this dish was surprisingly good! The flavors were well-balanced and the squash was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sufian Ahmed
a.s24@yahoo.comThis was an easy and delicious recipe! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The spaghetti squash was a great substitute for pasta, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy.