SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH VEGETABLES & MOZZARELLA

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This recipe makes a veggie rich, cheesy casserole, almost like a lasagna. Spaghetti Squash subsitutes for the role traditionally taken by pasta in such dishes for a delicious, lower calorie alternative.

Provided by Johnney

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 spaghetti squash, cooked by your favorite method and separated into strands (See How to Cook Spaghetti Squash)
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3 -5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Mix the cheese together, set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and add the onion, pepper and garlic.
  • Sauté over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, basil, and crushed red pepper (if using).
  • Simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
  • Mix squash well with the cooked vegetables and put half in the bottom of a large (13 x 9 inch) baking dish.
  • Top with half the cheese mixture, followed by the other half of the squash mixture, then the rest of the cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  • Let cool 10-15 minutes before serving.

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