Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
3 cup

Spaghetti Squash

Cooked

0.75 cup

Cornmeal

3 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 cup

Mayonnaise

0.5 cup

Sun-dried Tomatoes In Oil

0.5 unit

Lemon Juice

Juiced

1 pinch

Salt

1 unit

Roasted Garlic

Roasted

12.7 unit

Gardein Meatless Meatballs

1 unit

Arugula

1 unit

Vegan Cheese Topping

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine cooked spaghetti squash, cornmeal, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Stir well.

Step 4
~3 min

Grease a 12-count muffin tin.

Step 5
~3 min

Scoop 1/4 cup of squash mixture into each tin.

Step 6
~3 min

Press mixture into the middle and up the sides to form a cup.

Step 7
~3 min

Bake for 20 minutes, or until edges are browned.

Step 8
~3 min

Cool in pan before removing.

Step 9
~3 min

For the sauce, combine mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes (with oil), lemon juice, salt, and roasted garlic in a blender or food processor.

Step 10
~3 min

Pulse until smooth.

Step 11
~3 min

Set aside.

Step 12
~3 min

Increase oven temperature to 450 F.

Step 13
~3 min

Place meatless meatballs on a non-stick baking sheet.

Step 14
~3 min

Bake for 15-17 minutes, turning halfway through.

Step 15
~3 min

Cool meatballs before assembling sliders.

Step 16
~3 min

Place arugula or basil in the bottom of each spaghetti cup.

Step 17
~3 min

Add a dollop of sauce, then a meatball.

Step 18
~3 min

Top with more sauce and cheese (vegan or parmesan, if desired).

Step 19
~3 min

Serve on a bed of arugula.

Step 20
~3 min

To prepare spaghetti squash: Cut a squash in half lengthwise.

Step 21
~3 min

Place the halves, cut-side down, into a glass baking dish.

Step 22
~3 min

Add about 1 inch of water, then place them in the oven and bake at 400 F for about 45 minutes.

Step 23
~3 min

Use a spoon to gently scrape the seeds out of the middle.

Step 24
~3 min

To make the spaghetti simply use a fork to scrape the squash into strands and out of the skin.

Step 25
~3 min

To make the roasted garlic: Take the head of garlic.

Step 26
~3 min

Peel off any loose skin and then cut off the top to expose the cloves inside.

Step 27
~3 min

Place the head of garlic on a piece of aluminum foil, then drizzle with just a little olive oil (no more than 1 teaspoon).

Step 28
~3 min

Loosely wrap the foil up around the garlic to seal the head in.

Step 29
~3 min

Place this garlic foil packet on a baking sheet or in a small baking dish and bake at 400 F until the garlic becomes golden-brown, about 35-45 minutes.

Step 30
~3 min

Allow the garlic to cool for 10-15 minutes before gently squeezing the cloves out of the peels.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the garlic alongside the spaghetti squash for efficiency.

Adjust seasonings in sauce to taste.

Use a variety of herbs for a more complex flavor profile.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Spaghetti squash cups and sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic and Italian seasoning)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Side salad with lemon vinaigrette
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Veganized American classic

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Game days

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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