SPAGHETTI SQUASH GRATIN WITH BASIL
Recently on the Recipes for Health page on Facebook, I asked readers what they were finding in their weekly delivered produce boxes. Requests for spaghetti squash recipes came pouring in. I was working on basil dishes already, so I decided to combine the two ingredients in this gratin.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, casseroles, main course, side dish
Time 2h30m
Yield Serves six as a main dish, eight as a side
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Pierce the squash in several places with a sharp knife. Cover a baking sheet with foil, and place the squash on top. Bake for one hour, turning the squash every 20 minutes until it is soft and easy to cut into with a knife. Remove from the heat, and allow the squash to cool until you can handle it. Cut in half lengthwise, and allow to cool further. Remove the seeds and discard. Scoop out the flesh, and place in a bowl. Run a fork through the flesh to separate the spaghetti-like strands, then chop coarsely. Measure out 4 cups squash. (Use whatever remains for another dish, or freeze.)
- Oil a 2-quart gratin or baking dish. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant. Add the squash. Cook, stirring often, for five minutes until the strands of squash are a little more tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the milk, salt (about 1/2 teaspoon), pepper and basil. Stir in the squash mixture and the Gruyère, and combine well. Scrape into the baking dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan or pecorino over the top, and gently press down to moisten.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes until nicely browned and sizzling. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve hot, warm or room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 719 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Thomas Obrien
thomas77@hotmail.frI would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Sojib Chondrodas
s.c39@hotmail.comThis dish is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Timothy Udenabo
udenabotimothy42@hotmail.co.ukI'm not a big fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe made me a believer.
Karansingh Fawd
karansinghf100@gmail.comThis dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.
allosaurus bruh
a_bruh84@aol.comI love the cheesy gratin topping on this dish.
Aviva Keely
aviva@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti squash.
Ahmed Sojib
s@gmail.comI thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Neil Kale
neilkale@gmail.comThis recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but overall it was a good dish.
Essel Emmanuel
emmanuel-e63@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the gratin turned out burnt. I think the oven temperature was too high.
Jaydon Money
m.jaydon43@hotmail.comThis dish was a bit bland for my taste, but it had potential. I think adding some more spices or herbs would really improve the flavor.
Ahmed Al Balushi
a35@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The gratin is so flavorful and the squash is cooked perfectly.
David Lepoidevin
l_d@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! It's a great way to use up leftover spaghetti squash and the gratin is so cheesy and delicious.
Megh Raj
m.r@aol.comI was looking for a healthy and delicious spaghetti squash recipe and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.
Owopetu ayobami
ayobami@hotmail.comThis dish is amazing! The spaghetti squash is cooked perfectly and the gratin is so cheesy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Hana Salah
hana_salah8@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The spaghetti squash is a great substitute for pasta and the gratin is cheesy and flavorful.
Bethany Harris
bethany_harris@aol.comI love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.
Hariskhan Khan
hariskhan-k@yahoo.comThis spaghetti squash gratin is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences.