SPAGHETTI SQUASH CARBONARA

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If you've ever wondered what to do with a spaghetti squash, or you're tired of serving it with marinara sauce, here's a recipe for you. It's special enough for company and simple enough for every day. Based on the classic spaghetti carbonara, spaghetti squash is roasted in the oven and finished with a sauce of garlic, leeks, white wine, Parmesan, and a bit of bacon.

Provided by Jacci Mason

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pinch sea salt, or to taste
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 large spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
¼ pound bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 leek, cleaned and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup white wine
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, or to taste, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle sea salt and ground black pepper into the bottom of a baking dish. Put squash halves into the baking dish with the cut sides facing downward. Pour enough water into the pan to be about 1/4-inch deep.
  • Roast squash in preheated oven until flesh is tender, 60 to 90 minutes. Shred the flesh from the squash into strands and to a colander to drain excess liquid.
  • Beat eggs, Parmesan cheese, and 3 tablespoons parsley together in a bowl.
  • Put bacon into a skillet and place over medium heat; cook and stir until browned but not yet crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat from the pan, retaining about 2 tablespoons. Cook and stir leek with the bacon until soft, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Pour white wine over the bacon mixture; cook until most of the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Stir squash into the bacon mixture; cook and stir until any remaining moisture from the squash evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Gently stir the egg mixture into the squash mixture; cook until the liquid makes a creamy sauce and is heated through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Season with pepper. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 168.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 755.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Lahengee Moreau
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I would not recommend this recipe to others.


Indonesia Sarvar
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I would not make this again.


abubakar salisu sani
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Not worth the effort.


zayel borland
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Too oily.


Kareem Majd
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Too salty.


Godbless
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Too bland.


SAMSE ALAM
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Needs more flavor.


Tsg Rokas
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Could be better.


Chloe Ditewig
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Not bad.


SROUR CELL
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Meh.


Mr Majnu
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This spaghetti squash carbonara was a bit of a disappointment. The spaghetti squash was mushy and bland, and the carbonara sauce was too heavy and oily. I also found the pancetta to be too salty. Overall, this dish was not to my taste, and I would no


Jackson Odger
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I was looking for a healthier alternative to traditional pasta carbonara, and this spaghetti squash carbonara fit the bill perfectly. The spaghetti squash was a great substitute for pasta, and the carbonara sauce was light and flavorful. I especially


Arslan Mirza
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This spaghetti squash carbonara was a quick and easy weeknight meal. The spaghetti squash cooked quickly, and the carbonara sauce came together in minutes. The flavor was delicious, and the dish was a hit with my family. I will definitely be adding t


Ezekiel Maluleka
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I'm not usually a fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The spaghetti squash was surprisingly delicious, and the carbonara sauce was creamy and flavorful. The pancetta added a nice touch of smokiness, and the Parmesan cheese added


Jasmine Morson
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Wow! This spaghetti squash carbonara exceeded my expectations. The spaghetti squash was cooked perfectly, providing a tender and slightly chewy texture that complemented the creamy carbonara sauce beautifully. The sauce itself was rich, flavorful, an


Kaeden Mcloughlin
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This spaghetti squash carbonara was a delightful culinary experience! The combination of flavors and textures was simply exquisite. The spaghetti squash provided a light and healthy base, while the creamy carbonara sauce added a rich and decadent tou