Description
Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash Pasta is a deliciously creamy and healthy alternative to traditional pasta. This dish features tender roasted spaghetti squash strands enveloped in a rich heavy cream sauce flavored with garlic and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this recipe satisfies cravings without the guilt. Elevate your meal with fresh basil for a burst of flavor and color!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the spaghetti squash and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper on the cut sides of the squash. Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 40-45 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before scraping out strands with a fork.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until creamy.
- Combine spaghetti squash strands with the sauce, toss gently, and serve hot topped with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg