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

Hassnain Chang
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more seasoning next time.


Nonrman Hylton
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to get your veggies in and it's also really tasty.


Fareed Razzaq
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. I would definitely make it again.


sH___ MeEr
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The squash was tender and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Kyle Fletchman
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The squash was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious.


Josh
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I'm not a huge fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was really tasty and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Moussa hassane
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The squash was perfectly cooked and the filling was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


ZEINA HAWWASH
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to get your veggies in and it's also really delicious. I like to add a little bit of extra cheese to the top before baking.


JenWill Series
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This was my first time making stuffed spaghetti squash and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was incredibly flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Glenn Judd
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is amazing and the squash is a healthy and delicious alternative to pasta.


Mischelle Zafire
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This stuffed spaghetti squash was a hit with my family! The flavors of the sausage, spinach, and cheese were perfectly balanced. The squash was cooked to perfection and held its shape well.