PESTO SPAGHETTI SQUASH SKILLET WITH HILLSHIRE FARM® SMOKED SAUSAGE

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Weeknight dinners just got easier with this recipe for roasted spaghetti squash tossed in a skillet of smoked sausage, bell pepper, onion, and pesto.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 1h8m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, bias-sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
½ cup pre-made basil pesto
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. With a fork, pierce squash halves several times. Rub the inside of the halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • On a foil-lined, rimmed baking sheet, arrange squash, flesh side down. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until very tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a 12-inch skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook and stir sausage, red pepper, and onion 6 to 8 minutes or until sausage is browned and pepper and onion are crisp-tender.
  • Cool baked squash slightly. Shred insides with a fork. Add spaghetti squash to skillet and cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Just before serving, carefully stir in pesto and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 76.4 mg, Fat 51.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 1342.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Ian M
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. You can use any type of sausage, vegetables, or cheese that you have on hand.


SugaKookie 13
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The spaghetti squash and the vegetables are hidden in the pesto sauce and the kids will never know they are eating them.


Muhammadjamiu Habeebullah
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your weekly meal plan. It is a delicious and healthy dish that the whole family will enjoy.


Historia?!
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover cooked pasta. Simply add the cooked pasta to the dish and heat it through.


Learn With us
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. Simply shred the chicken or turkey and add it to the dish.


Richard Eubanks
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This dish is a great option for a vegetarian meal. You can simply omit the sausage and add more vegetables.


Rocky Maximoff
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The spaghetti squash is a great source of fiber and the vegetables add vitamins and minerals.


Linda Tait
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I love the creamy texture of the pesto sauce. It is a great way to add flavor and richness to the dish.


Ziana Martin
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have some leftover pesto in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.


jessica gonzalez
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I love the smoky flavor that the smoked sausage adds to this dish. It is a great way to change up the traditional pesto pasta dish.


Kamauzemi Kazongominja
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This dish is perfect for a crowd. I have made it for parties and potlucks and it is always a hit. It is easy to make and it is always delicious.


Destruct The construct
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I love that this dish is healthy and delicious. It is a great option for a weeknight meal. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Khawar Jani
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the spaghetti squash and the pesto sauce. I sneak in some extra vegetables into the dish and they don't even notice.


Zack English
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I love this dish because it is so versatile. You can use different types of sausage, vegetables, and cheeses. I have also made it with different types of pesto sauce. It is always delicious!


Ani Tushi
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti squash. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was a great way to use it up. The dish was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Unruly Malique
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Zachary mitchell
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the smoked sausage added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Anna buki
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I was skeptical about using spaghetti squash instead of pasta, but I was pleasantly surprised. The squash was a great substitute and the dish was light and healthy. I will definitely be making this again.


girmay mirkuz
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This pesto spaghetti squash skillet was a hit with my family! The smoked sausage added a delicious flavor and the pesto sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.