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Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Casserole Recipe

A healthier twist on lasagna using spaghetti squash instead of pasta.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash halved and seeded
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the spaghetti squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes or until tender.
  • Once cooked, use a fork to scrape out the squash strands into a mixing bowl.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix the spaghetti squash with ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, marinara sauce, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add cooked ground meat or vegetables for extra flavor.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Healthy
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