How to Cook Spaghetti Squash: Easy Recipe
You can prepare this squash in a number of ways, including steaming, baking and microwaving. Cutting the squash open and baking is the preferred method for many at-home cooks.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Resting Time5 mins
Total Time55 mins
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 1 winter squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil.
- Slice off the top and bottom of the squash, and then cut the squash in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the seeds and discard (or save to roast them later!).
- Rub olive oil on the inside of the squash. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place them cut-side down and bake for 45-55 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Using a fork, shred the inner walls of the squash, revealing the spaghetti-like strands of this aptly named squash!
