Description
A comforting dish combining spaghetti squash with creamy cheese and garlic, perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Spaghetti Squash
- 1 cup Sharp White Cheddar, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère, shredded
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Mushrooms (cremini or shiitake), diced
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- While the squash is baking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and diced mushrooms, sauté until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- Once the squash is cool enough to handle, scrape out the strands into a mixing bowl. Add sautéed mushrooms, heavy cream, shredded cheese, and herbs. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture into a greased baking dish, smoothing the top.
- Sprinkle additional cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving, garnishing with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
Experiment with different cheese combinations or add leftover vegetables like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy, spaghetti squash, gratin, comfort food, vegetarian, family recipe