{"id":82469,"date":"2023-12-02T12:15:19","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T11:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/?p=82469"},"modified":"2024-09-12T15:44:49","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T13:44:49","slug":"baked-spaghetti-squash-with-ragu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/baked-spaghetti-squash-with-ragu\/","title":{"rendered":"Spaghetti Squash with Salsiccia Ragu"},"content":{"rendered":"

Baked Spaghetti Squash<\/strong> \u2013 this oven-baked spaghetti squash recipe is super easy to prepare and topping it with a spicy Italian sausage sauce makes it a meal worthy main dish that comes together in a flash! The tomato-based sauce gets its seasoning from the sweet and spicy salsiccia sausage, smoked paprika, red chili flakes, plus extra depth and complexity thanks to Worcestershire sauce.<\/p>\n

This bold tasting Ragu di Salsiccia is the perfect thing to serve over a bed of spaghetti squash \u201cnoodles\u201d. Spaghetti squash with it\u2019s mild and slightly bland flavour benefits from a bold tasting sauce to help make it shine. So think of spaghetti squash as more of the supporting act rather than the main event! So take advantage of the time it spends in the oven to make a bold and tasty accompaniment!
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Spaghetti squash replaces pasta for a low-carb meal<\/h2>\n

Spaghetti squash is known for its stringy flesh which resembles strands of spaghetti when you scoop it out \u2014 hence the name. It\u2019s is a great source of complex carbohydrates and fibre making it a healthier alternative to pasta<\/a>. Plus, it\u2019s considered low-carb too! Comparably, spaghetti squash has only 18% of the calories of the same portion of cooked pasta, and almost four times less the amount of carbs. It\u2019s low calorie thanks to it\u2019s high water content of approximately 92-95%. All good reasons, to give it a try!
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How to bake spaghetti squash<\/h2>\n

Baking spaghetti squash is so easy! Just follow these easy steps:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cut the squash in half, lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. If desired, you can season the cut side of the squash with a little olive oil, salt and pepper before baking it.<\/li>\n
  2. Place the cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 400\u00b0F \/ 200\u00b0C until tender (between 30-50 minutes, depending on the size and water content). Baking it with the cut side down allows some of the excess moisture to escape and run off. You\u2019ll know that the squash is done, when you are able to easily pierce the baked spaghetti squash with a fork or if it gives a little when squeezed with an oven mitt.<\/li>\n
  3. Let the spaghetti squash cool for a few minutes, then take a fork and scrape the squash to remove flesh in long strands-like spaghetti. So easy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Is the spaghetti squash skin edible?<\/h2>\n

    Yes, the skin of spaghetti squash is edible, since technically all winter squash skin is edible<\/a> (it’s a question of texture). However, unlike some squash that have a tender skin when baked, it becomes quite tough, making the experience less pleasurable. So in this case, I would say no. You would want to prepare the squash in another way, if you want to enjoy it in its entirety.<\/p>\n

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    More spaghetti squash recipe topping ideas<\/h2>\n

    Its mild flavour makes it a great base for any recipe, here are a few ideas on how to top baked spaghetti squash:<\/p>\n