Spaghetti Squash Boats

Submitted by Ceezie

"Several fresh tasty ingredients to go together in this recipe to make a spectacular summer supper. Spaghetti squash has an interesting texture that's lots of fun. Try it—you'll love it! Source: TOH"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 (2 -2 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash
• 1⁄4 lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup chopped onion
• 1⁄2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1⁄2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 14 1⁄2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
• 1⁄3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

directions

1. Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a baking dish. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 inches Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
2. When cool enough to handle, scoop out squash, separating strands with a fork; set shells and squash aside.
3. In a skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
4. Add mushrooms, garlic, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add squash; mix well.
5. Cook, uncovered, until liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Fill shells; place in shallow baking dish.
6. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Reviews

[ramsey_penegar]

This was GREAT! DH and I loved it, daughter picked at it but ate some (she's extremely picky!) We used 1 pound of ground beef and 3 cloves garlic plus added a carrot and 1/2 cup fresh spinach leaves. I omitted the salt and used a full cup of low fat mozzarella cheese. The only thing I'll do differently next time is mix the cup of cheese into the rest of the mixture then top with 1/3 cup cheese for final 5 minutes. Delicious, easy, and pretty good for you too! THANKS Ceezie for the recipe!