Pasta Substitute: Spaghetti Squash

We decided to grow spaghetti squash in our garden this year, and it's been great to be able to eat it instead of gluten free pasta. We pretty much have been substituting it in all of our typical pasta recipes (red sauce & meatballs, pesto & chicken, with Steak Gorgonzola...).

It's pretty easy to prepare too. One medium spaghetti squash yields 4 servings, and you just have to bake or grill it for 45 - 50 minutes. The squash just peels right out of the shell when cooked long enough, and you actually end up using less sauce than with pasta.

Spaghetti Squash Pasta Substitute

1 medium spaghetti squash
salt & pepper
1 c water

Cut the spaghetti squash and scoop out all the seeds. Lightly salt and pepper the inside. Pour the water into a 9 x 13 pan. Place the squash cut side down on the pan and bake at 375 for 45 - 40 minutes. Scoop out of the shell and break apart (if needed). Serve with your favorite sauces and toppings.