• Spaghetti Squash Recipes
• How To Cook Spaghetti Squash Video
• How To Cook Spaghetti Squash In The Instant Pot

Showing you how to cook spaghetti squash- the EASY way! Roast it whole, so you can avoid cutting through a rock hard spaghetti squash, or mangling your hand while scooping the seeds out.Spaghetti squash. Love eating it, hate cutting it.

And scooping it. And how it can end up soggy sometimes. Well, today I’m sharing my method for how to cook spaghetti squash whole, and let me tell you, it is the EASIEST way to do it, and you end up with perfectly cooked (non soggy) spaghetti squash noodles!A few months ago, I shared my method for, so it should come as no surprise it’s my go-to method for oven cooked spaghetti squash as well!By cooking your spaghetti squash whole, you avoid cutting through a rock hard spaghetti squash, and it’s so much easier to scoop out the seeds once it’s cooked, too!Not only that, but you avoid over-steamed, mushy spaghetti squash noodles. They are perfectly cooked, not mushy but tender and with the perfect amount of bite to them.Don’t forget to to save it for later!

Spaghetti Squash Nutrition. Spaghetti squash makes an excellent low calorie, low fat and low carbohydrate alternative to wheat pasta. One cup of cooked spaghetti squash provides about 42 calories, 10 grams of carbohydrates, 9% of your daily fibre and a host of important nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and potassium. How to Cook Spaghetti Squash.

How to cook spaghetti squash roasted, microwaved, in the slow cooker and grilled easily and effortlessly!Cooked spaghetti squash is one of my FAVORITE vegetables to eat because it is so versatile, easy to make and can be turned into a carb-free pasta dish! I have a major love for carbs and (gluten-free) noodles but am not too big a fan of the extra calories that might end up on my “tushi-cushion” (as my boys like to call it).The first time I had spaghetti squash pasta was at my sister-in-law’s house a few years ago tossed with a sprinkle of butter, salt and pepper on it. Ever since then I have been hooked! And spaghetti squash pasta is a great way to get the kiddos (and husband) eating a whole dish of vegetables!Spaghetti squash, butternut squash, delicata, buttercup and acorn squash are really simple to cook – in as little as 35 minutes (depending on the size)!

• Sep 18, 2012  Anyway, today I’m sharing how to cook spaghetti squash two different ways – either in the microwave, or in the oven. I’m a fan of both methods, but for different reasons. The main benefit of cooking up spaghetti squash in the microwave is, of course, the fact that it’s done in 12 minutes – easy peasy, super quick.
• HOW TO COOK SPAGHETTI SQUASH IN THE MICROWAVE Alternatively, another crazy-easy way to cook your squash it to microwave it. Slice the squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Place half the squash cut-side-down in a glass container and add about an inch of water. Microwave on high for 5-10 minutes until soft.

I like roasting (or baked) spaghetti squash best- just seems so simple and quick while I make a salad and sauce to go with it.Now let’s get down to the nitty-gritty on how to cook spaghetti squash.You can use/eat the whole inside of spaghetti squash. You can cook it whole in the crockpot and microwave or slice it in half for roasting and grilling. Once the squash is fully cooked and slightly cool enough to handle, scoop out the seeds if not already done (meaning if you cooked the squash whole). Using a fork pull and fluff the spaghetti squash to remove the gorgeous yellow “noodles”.A big dilemma in the past was not knowing how long to cook foods like squash!

Spaghetti Squash Recipes

So here are few tips and tricks that I have learned that will help you in the kitchen. How To Cook Spaghetti Squash 1. ROASTEDRoasting spaghetti squash is my favorite way to cook spaghetti squash, acorn squash and butternut squash because it brings out a natural sweetness from the (crazy it is a fruit, right?!). To roast, preheat the oven 400 degrees F.

How To Cook Spaghetti Squash Video

Slice the squash in half, scoop out the seeds with a spoon and toss in a bit of olive oil then place on a large baking sheet face down. Pour a dash of water on the baking sheet.

How To Cook Spaghetti Squash In The Instant Pot

Roast for 35-45 minutes until it is soft when poked with a fork. Let the spaghetti squash cool slightly before handling and flip over and with a fork “fluff” and scrape gently out the noodles. MICROWAVEPlace the spaghetti squash on a microwaveable dish whole (poked first with a knife for air) or as halves and cook on high for 9-12 minutes (for halves) and about 12-15 minutes (for a whole squash) until the large center is soft when poked with a knife. Remove and let it cool slightly until it is able to be handled then cut the squash in half (if it is not already) and remove the seeds with a spoon. With a fork “fluff” and scrape (gently) out the noodles. SLOW COOKERPlace the spaghetti squash whole in the slow cooker with about 1-2 inches of water. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.

Remove and slice in half then gently remove the seeds. Using a fork “fluff” the edges scraping down to break up the noodles.

GRILLING TIPS AND TIMEHeat the grill on medium-high. Slice the spaghetti squash in half and toss in a bit of olive oil. Wrap it in foil and heat for about 35 minutes (or until soft) continuously flipping to prevent burning.Now we know how to cook spaghetti squash but what are some fun ways to eat it? Ways To Eat Spaghetti Squash:. Replace any spaghetti noodles or with spaghetti pasta. Tossed with marinara sauce and served with chicken parmesan. Marinara sauce and turkey.

Mixed with. Tossed with olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon and mintOne of my favorite ways to eat cooked spaghetti squash is tossed with a little bit of olive oil, salt and pepper and served with a side of avocado and freshly sliced seasonal tomatoes. I eat this all the time for lunch. My mouth is kinda drooling just talking about it:-)Spaghetti squash is also great to make ahead of time and have the noodles stored in a bowl in the fridge to easily grab and reheat for a quick healthy meal!PIN IT & SAVE & SHARE! Roasting spaghetti squash is my favorite way to cook spaghetti squash, acorn squash and butternut squash because it brings out a natural sweetness from the fruit (crazy it is a fruit, right?!). To roast, preheat the oven 400 degrees F. Slice the squash in half, scoop out the seeds with a spoon and toss in a bit of olive oil then place on a large baking sheet face down.

Pour a dash of water on the baking sheet. Roast for 35-45 minutes until it is soft when poked with a fork. Let the spaghetti squash cool slightly before handling and flip over and with a fork 'fluff' and scrape gently out the noodles.