Learn to cook spaghetti squash with ease, and enjoy our special recipe of delicious spaghetti squash tossed with butter, garlic, and Parmesan for a delightful meal.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time40 minutesmins
Cool15 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr5 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: how to cook spaghetti squash, spaghetti squash
Wash the spaghetti squash under cool running water and then dry it thoroughly with a towel.
Cut off the stem and base of the squash to create flat surfaces.
Stand the squash upright on one of its flat ends and slice it down the middle horizontally to create two halves.
Use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds from each half.
Lightly drizzle the olive oil over the cut surface of each squash half, then season with salt and pepper.
Lightly coat the outer skin of the squash with oil as well.
Place the squash halves cut-side down in a baking pan. Cover with foil and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the skin gives easily under pressure and the inside is tender.
Once the squash is cool enough to handle, scrape the flesh with a fork to create spaghetti-like strands.
Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Mixture
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 ½ minutes. Add the spaghetti squash strands, tossing for about 2 minutes until well-heated. Mix in the Parmesan cheese and season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
Sharp Knife for Cutting: Employ a large, sharp knife for slicing through the spaghetti squash. Position the squash on a stable cutting board, trim off both ends, then cut down the middle. Should the knife become lodged, start again from the initial cut and slice from the opposite direction for ease.
Additional Cooking Time: Should the spaghetti squash still be firm after the initial baking time, don't hesitate to place it back in the oven. Continue to bake until it reaches the desired tenderness.