Ingredients
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Gathering your ingredients is the first step to creating this cheesy masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the spaghetti squash by cutting it in half, scooping out seeds, and seasoning with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast the squash cut-side down at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- Mix heavy cream, garlic, cheddar cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese in a bowl.
- Once the squash is done, scrape the insides with a fork to create strands and place them in a bowl.
- Add the cheesy mixture to the shredded squash and combine well, then transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Fresh parsley can be used as a garnish for added flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg