CHEESY SPINACH-&-ARTICHOKE STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE - (4/5)

Cheesy Spinach-&-Artichoke Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-382

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (2½ to 3 pound) spaghetti squash, cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed
3 tablespoons water, divided
1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach
1 (10-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed and softened
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Crushed red pepper & chopped fresh basil for garnish

Steps:

Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400°F until tender, 40 to 50 minutes.) Meanwhile, combine spinach and the remaining 1 tablespoon water in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into the bowl. Place the shells on a baking sheet. Stir artichoke hearts, cream cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan, salt and pepper into the squash mixture. Divide it between the squash shells and top with the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan. Broil until the cheese is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper and basil, if desired.