Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce

If you want a veggie alternative to pasta this is a great way to go. My picky eater loves this and thinks he is eating spaghetti pasta. He always gets seconds.

The easiest way to prepare the spaghetti squash is to cut it in half lengthwise and scrape the seeds into the trash. Place half of the squash face down in a microwaveable dish. Pour a half inch of water in the dish then cover with plastic wrap. Nuke for twelve to fifteen minutes depending on the size of the squash. After twelve minutes you can check the doneness of the squash by pressing with your finger. The squash is done when it is no longer firm to the touch. Yes, that means soft to the touch.

While the squash is in the microwave heat up your favorite marinara sauce and add some cooked ground beef to the red goodness.

When the squash is done uncover and flip it over so the squash is face up. Be careful, it will be very hot. Use a fork to scrape the meat of the squash away from the skin. The squash will fall apart in strings.

Place a portion of squash on a plate or bowl. Cover the squash completely with your marinara meat sauce. Too much is not enough.

Sprinkle with shredded Mozzarella and Parmesan.

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