Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 8 inches)
- 1 cup water
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Directions
Slice the squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
Place squash, cut side down, in a baking dish.
Add water and cover tightly with foil.
Bake at 375° for 20-30 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
Meanwhile, brown beef in a large skillet; drain.
Add onion, green pepper, herbs and seasonings; saute until onion is transparent.
Stir in tomato puree.
Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Scoop out the squash, separating the strands with a fork.
Just before serving; stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese into the meat sauce.
Serve sauce over spaghetti squash and pass remaining Parmesan.
Source
Recipe Courtesy of Taste of Home website
