Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Cut lengthwise in half and scoop out the inside with the seeds. Its the "goopy" part like a pumpkin. Spray with Olive Oil and sprinkle insides with salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.

Ingredients of Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

  1. Prepare 1 of large spaghetti squash, roasted.
  2. You need 1 tbsp. of olive oil.
  3. You need 1/2 of onion, diced.
  4. You need 2 cloves of garlic, minced.
  5. Prepare 1/2 lb. of ground sausage (could also use ground beef or ground turkey).
  6. Prepare 2 cups of marinara sauce (jarred or homemade).
  7. You need to taste of salt and pepper.
  8. Prepare to taste of dried basil.
  9. You need to taste of Italian seasoning and oregano.
  10. It's 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded.
  11. It's 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, shredded.
  12. It's 1 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese.
  13. You need of chopped parsley, for garnish.

Spaghetti Squash Lasagna instructions

  1. You should already have your squash roasted when starting this recipe. Use a fork to remove the strands of squash from the shells and into a large bowl, if you haven't already done so, then set aside..
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8" baking dish and set aside..
  3. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the onions and cook until they are translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook just a minute or so more, until fragrant..
  4. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as you cook. Drain any grease, if necessary..
  5. Add the seasonings and the marinara sauce to the skillet. Allow to come to a simmer and let simmer for 5 or so minutes, then remove from heat..
  6. Pour half of the sauce and meat mixture onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom. Then spread half of the spaghetti squash over the top of the sauce..
  7. Spread 3/4 cup of the ricotta cheese over the squash, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of the mozzarella and 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese over the ricotta..
  8. Spread the remaining sauce and meat mixture over the cheeses and then top with the remaining squash. Repeat the layering of the remaining cheeses..
  9. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes. To brown the cheese more, switch the oven to broil after the 10 minutes are up and broil until the cheese is golden, about 2-3 minutes. Once done, sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers..

Spaghetti squash has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and is packed with nutrients. The strands of squash are tossed with creamy ricotta cheese and chopped spinach. Add a layer of spaghetti squash noodles on top of the sauce. Top that with the sauce and ricotta mixture, then repeat with a layer of squash and a layer of sauce. Add a layer of mozzarella on top, then cover with foil before baking.

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