Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Squash

July 21, 2014

Do you like macaroni and cheese? Let me rephrase that. Who doesn't like macaroni and cheese? I mean pasta cooked in a cheesy sauce?! It has to be one of the world's tastiest foods. What if I told you you could have all the flavor of macaroni and cheese with far fewer calories. Would you believe me? You should because here it is! This recipe for cheesy baked spaghetti squash will satisfy all of your cravings for macaroni and cheese and it will also be good to your waistline. Wi

1 T. unsalted butter
1 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1/4 c. all purpose flour
2 c. skim milk
1 c. reduced sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
2 t. salt
1 t. pepper
8 oz. reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
4 c. cooked spaghetti squash - about 2 small spaghetti squash (I made mine in the crockpot)
6 oz. baby spinach
2 T. grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat the oven to 375. Spray an 8X11" pan with cooking spray and set aside. Heat the butter and oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook about 2 minutes. Stir in the flour,...
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Nutritions

Calories
161

Sodium
783mg
32% DV

Fat
8g
12% DV

Protein
6g
13% DV

Carbs
17g
5% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV