If you are like me.. you love food! I love all the good, delicious, (not usually nutritious) foods! What I don't like is how the unhealthy foods make me feel.
So what do i do? Find an alternative! One of those is Spaghetti Squash- because this girl loves her some pasta!
It took me a while to figure out the easiest way to prepare spaghetti squash without risking cutting my hand off! --If you have ever cut a raw spaghetti squash, you can relate!
I saw this hack on Pinterest years ago and thought I would share my method of preparing and cooking spaghetti squash without ending up at an urgent care or throwing it across the kitchen!
Step one: pierce lengthwise with a fork down both sides
Step two: Place in the microwave for 3 mins- let cool for 1-2 mins after.. it will be very hot!
Step three: Cut both ends and slice down the middle- lengthwise. You will ideally follow the fork piercings.
Step four: Scrape out the seeds. Similarly to how you scrape out a pumpkin and place on a sheet pan.
Step five: Add some oil. Whichever kind you want is fine. I typically use olive oil and spread it around with a basting brush. This helps get the squash tender and more "noodle" like and less crunchy.
Step six: sprinkle with some salt and pepper (if desired)
Step seven: Bake at 450 degrees for 35-45 mins- depending on how ripe your squash is. You should be able to easily pierce with a fork!
Step eight: Remove and let cool to where you can handle the squash without burning your hands.
Step nine: Use a fork and scrape out your "noodles"
Step ten: add to your favorite pasta dish and ENJOY! 👌
Hope this is helpful!!
-- Katie
