LOW-FAT SPAGHETTI SQUASH CASSEROLE

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Creamy, cheesy goodness of a pasta dish without the starch and a lot less fat. My husband was a big skeptic, but after he tried it, he went back for seconds! I like to make this on the weekend to reheat during the week to cut down on cooking after work. Can be reheated in the oven with a cover and comes out fine. Serve with a green salad or a side vegetable.

Provided by Maureenie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 spaghetti squash (3-4 lbs)
1 cup onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
salt & pepper
1 dash cayenne
1 cup fat-free cottage cheese (can also use non-fat ricotta cheese)
1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup romano cheese, grated, divided
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
1 tablespoon fine seasoned breadcrumbs
parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cook the squash following one of the methods found at recipe #77554 "How to Cook Spaghetti Squash," posted by Johnney (thanks, Johnney!).
  • Using a fork, scrape the flesh of the squash into spaghetti strands into a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Spray a 10 inch skillet with non-stick spray. Add onion, garlic, tomato, mushrooms, salt and peppers. Saute until veggies are soft and water is evaporated. Remove from heat.
  • In a very large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella, half of the romano cheese, parsley and basil. Mix well.
  • Add the sauteed veggies and combine.
  • Add the spaghetti squash, folding it into the mixture.
  • Spray a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Layer the squash mixture evenly.
  • romano cheese and breadcrumbs on top. (You can add more parsley for color.).
  • Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 60 minutes. When done, the top will be lightly golden brown.

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