Spaghetti Squash

Origin

Spaghetti squash is a New World cultivar appreciated for flesh that separates into noodle-like fibers when cooked. It became a popular pasta alternative in late-20th-century diet cooking.

How to make them

1. 01

   Halve lengthwise and scoop out seeds.

2. 02

   Roast cut-side down at 200°C / 400°F until tender, or microwave.

3. 03

   Scrape flesh with a fork into long strands.

4. 04

   Drain briefly if watery, then toss with sauce.

Storage

Whole squash keeps weeks in a cool pantry. Cooked strands refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Popular dishes

• Spaghetti Squash Marinara

  Roasted strands with tomato sauce and Parmesan.

• Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Boats

  Baked halves filled with meat sauce or vegetables and cheese.

• Spaghetti Squash Alfredo

  Creamy Parmesan sauce over roasted squash strands.

• Taco Spaghetti Squash Bowls

  Seasoned meat or beans, salsa, and cheese piled into squash halves.

• Garlic-Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

  Olive oil, garlic, and cheese for a simple weeknight side or main.