Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

spaghetti squash

pierced

1 lb

sausage

browned and crumbled

24 ounce

low fat cottage cheese

16 ounce

shredded cheese

shredded

1 tbsp

pizza seasoning

1 tsp

garlic salt

Step 1
~3 min

Pierce spaghetti squash in several places.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook in microwave on high for 10 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Brown and crumble sausage.

Step 4
~3 min

Drain grease from sausage.

Step 5
~3 min

Cut end off cooked spaghetti squash.

Step 6
~3 min

Split squash lengthwise.

Step 7
~3 min

Scoop out seeds from squash.

Step 8
~3 min

Scoop out spaghetti squash flesh.

Step 9
~3 min

Place squash flesh in a large bowl.

Step 10
~3 min

Mix in cottage cheese, sausage, and shredded cheese.

Step 11
~3 min

Season with pizza seasoning and garlic salt.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook in microwave in 5 minute increments, stirring each time, until hot and bubbly.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove from microwave.

Step 14
~3 min

Top with pasta sauce as desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for more nutrients.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and cooked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family Dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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