Spaghetti Squash for Diane (7/07):
Preparation tips: Baking in the oven takes a long time, so cut into quarters and remove seeds (if difficult microwave for 45 sec.). Pour 1/4 c. water into large microwaveable dish, place squash cut-side down, & cover with plastic wrap. Microwave 7-10 min., cool few min. and scrape out the
spaghetti!

Ideas:
* You can microwave, bake or boil squash, then top w/marinara or alfredo sauce & sprinkling of
Parmesan cheese.
* Toss cooked squash w/ham & cheese sauce, then bake.
* Saute in olive oil& top w/ Parmesan.
* Use in place of pasta in soups, salads, or casseroles. Try marinating first in vinaigrette & chilling
before adding to salads.

Spaghetti Squash Carbonara
1 squash (abt. 4 1/2 lbs)
1/4 c. vegetable oil
4 slices bacon, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 c. sliced green onions
1/2 t. red-pepper flakes
4 eggs
2 egg yolks
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Put squash in large pot; add hot water to cover. Bring to boil, cover & simmer over med. heat 35 min. or until fork tender.

Pour off water; remove squash. Let stand 5 min. or until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile heat oil in small saucepan over med. heat. Add bacon & garlic & cook until bacon is lightly browned. Stir in green onions & red-pepper flakes and cook 1 min. Remove from heat; cover; keep warm. Beat eggs, egg yolks & cheese in small bowl w/ fork until blended. With long sharp knife split squash in half lengthwise. Remove seeds & tough strings.

Scrape up spaghetti-like stands w/ fork but leave in shells. Pour half of bacon mixture over mixture, tossing so heat of squash cooks the eggs.serve shells on platter. 444 cal. ( can use microwave method)
Athena in DE

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