STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH

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This rich, creamy and comforting meal shows you just how decadent spaghetti squash can be! In this twice-baked preparation, spaghetti squash is baked, then scooped out and combined with browned sausage, spinach, cream and cheese before being added back to its shell and baked again until warm and bubbly. It's the perfect dinner for a cozy night in.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise, seeded (4 1/2 lb)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onions
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 bag (5 oz) baby spinach
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (3 oz)
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line large rimmed baking sheet with cooking parchment paper; spray with cooking spray.
  • Place both squash halves cut side down on baking sheet. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until tender.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage, onions and garlic; cook and stir 5 to 7 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink. Reduce heat to medium; add flour, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and nutmeg. Cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually add spinach. Cook and stir just until spinach is wilted. Stir in whipping cream. Heat to boiling; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or just until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • When squash is cool enough to handle, use fork to remove squash strands from shells, leaving shells intact. Mix squash strands into sausage mixture. Spoon filling into both squash shell halves.
  • Arrange filled squash halves on same baking sheet. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until bubbly around edges and heated through. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; stir to coat. Cook and stir about 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer to small bowl; mix with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over squash halves, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1220 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 1 g

Perry Clark
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the spaghetti squash and the sausage and spinach filling.


Sbongake Hskarhgas
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook sausage and this recipe is definitely a winner. The combination of flavors is amazing.


murshid siddiqui
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. I love that it's low in carbs and high in nutrients.


Sanjog Mukhiya
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This dish is a little too rich for my taste. I think I would use less sausage next time.


Md Saharia
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my squash turned out mushy. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Malikshahzad Malikshahzad
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti squash. I always have some on hand in my fridge and this is a delicious way to use it up.


Adrian Quezada
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this dish was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shah baba Peer baba
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Shoaib Zohaib
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


B.M Mahbubul Bakar
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The squash was a little undercooked for my liking, but the filling was delicious.


Gabriel Saiz
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think I would add more seasoning next time.


Mariama Amidu
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook spaghetti squash and this recipe is definitely a keeper. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


TAYBA BHATTI
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This was my first time cooking spaghetti squash and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.


P0rn0
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the squash balanced out the saltiness of the sausage and the spinach added a nice pop of color and nutrition.


Joancarter Joancarter
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This stuffed spaghetti squash was a hit with my family! The sausage and spinach filling was flavorful and the squash was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.