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Low-Carb Spaghetti Squash

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Ingredients

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1 spaghetti squash
1 large carrot, sliced on the diagonal
2 stalks celery, sliced on the diagonal
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, peeled, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
28 ounces tomatoes, diced (if using fresh, peel and seed)
red pepper flakes (or one small hot red pepper, minced)
1 teaspoon dried basil (use a tablespoon of fresh when i have it)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch ground allspice
3 garlic cloves, chopped (or more)
3/4 lb part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutritional information

285.7
Calories
149 g
Calories From Fat
16.6 g
Total Fat
7.9 g
Saturated Fat
43.7 mg
Cholesterol
515.8 mg
Sodium
16.3 g
Carbs
3.1 g
Dietary Fiber
7 g
Sugars
19.3 g
Protein
246g
Serving Size

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Low-Carb Spaghetti Squash

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    I truly liked this recipe, thank you. As with any recipe there are tweaks to be made to make it your own, I added mushrooms a little more garlic, doubled the red pepper flakes, and replaced the olive oil with 1 slice of heavy smoked bacon. I stored this in my Recipe Box, it is a keeper!

    • 145 min
    • Serves 6
    • Easy

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    Low-Carb Spaghetti Squash Casserole, It’s wonderful when something so healthy tastes so good! Serve a salad and some garlic bread with this and you have a great meal! From Dr Andrew Weil , I truly liked this recipe, thank you As with any recipe there are tweaks to be made to make it your own, I added mushrooms a little more garlic, doubled the red pepper flakes, and replaced the olive oil with 1 slice of heavy smoked bacon I stored this in my Recipe Box, it is a keeper!, I truly liked this recipe, thank you As with any recipe there are tweaks to be made to make it your own, I added mushrooms a little more garlic, doubled the red pepper flakes, and replaced the olive oil with 1 slice of heavy smoked bacon I stored this in my Recipe Box, it is a keeper!


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    Steps

    1
    Done

    Place the Spaghetti Squash in a Large Pot of Water (it Should Float) and Bring to a Boil; Lower Heat, Cover and Boil Gently For 50 Minutes.

    2
    Done

    Another Option Is to Bake the Squash First-- Cut It Lengthwise and Place the Halves Skin-Side Down in a Baking Dish With an Inch of Water; Cover the Dish With Foil and Bake at 350 F For About 45 Minutes, or Until Meat Is Tender.

    3
    Done

    While Squash Is Cooking, Peel and Slice the Carrots, Celery, Onion and Bell Pepper.

    4
    Done

    Heat Olive Oil in a Skillet and Add the Onion and Carrot, With Some Water to Prevent Sticking. Saut Over Medium Heat For 5 Minutes. Add Remaining Vegetables With Some Red Pepper Flakes and a Dash of Salt, If Desired. Saut, Stirring Frequently, Till Vegetables Are Barely Tender, About 10 Minutes.

    5
    Done

    Pre-Heat Oven (if You Are Cooking Squash on Top of the Stove)to 350 Degrees F.

    6
    Done

    Add Crushed Tomatoes, Basil and Oregano to Taste, and a Sprinkle of Ground Allspice. Squeeze in 2-5 Cloves of Garlic. Simmer Uncovered For 15 Minutes. Meanwhile, Grate the Mozzarella and Parmesan.

    7
    Done

    Remove Squash from Pot or Oven and Allow to Cool Until You Can Handle It. If It Is Whole, Cut It in Half Lengthwise, Then Remove Seeds With a Spoon and Squeeze Any Excess Water Out of Meat.

    8
    Done

    Remove Meat and Break It Up Into Strands With a Fork or Potato Masher. Mix Squash Well With Vegetables and Put Half in the Bottom of a Large Baking Dish. Top With Half the Cheeses, the Rest of the Squash, and Then the Rest of the Cheeses.

    9
    Done

    Bake For 30 Minutes or Until Cheese Is Bubbly and Slightly Browned. Let Cool 15-20 Minutes Before Serving.

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