How to Cook Spaghetti Squash Recipe

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(BAKE IT).
Pierce the whole shell several times with a large fork or skewer and place in baking dish.
Cook squash in preheated 375°F oven approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until flesh is tender, It took about 1 1/2 hours for mine to tender up.
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(BOIL IT).
Heat a pot of water large enough to hold the whole squash.
When the water is boiling, drop in the squash and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on its size.
When a fork goes easily into the flesh, the squash is done.
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(MICROWAVE IT).
Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds.
Place squash cut sides up in a microwave dish with 1/4 cup water.
Cover with plastic wrap and cook on high for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on size of squash.
Add more cooking time if necessary.
Let stand covered, for 5 minutes.
With fork comb out the strands.
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(SLOW COOKER or CROCK-POT).
Choose a smaller spaghetti squash (unless you have an extra large slow cooker) so that it will fit.
Add 2 cups of water to slow cooker.
Pierce the whole shell several times with a large fork or skewer, add to Crock Pot, cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours.
Once the squash is cooked, let it cool for 10 to 20 minutes so it will be easier to handle, before cutting in half (if it wasn't already) and removing the seeds. Pull a fork lengthwise through the flesh to separate it into long strands, (See photos.).
You can do these steps ahead of time, then prepare any of the spaghetti squash recipes whenever the mood strikes.
BUYING & STORING.
When buying spaghetti squash, look for hard fruit that is heavy for its size, about eight to nine inches in length and four to five inches in diameter and with a pale even color. Avoid any squash with soft spots and green color is a sign of immaturity. The average four-pound spaghetti squash will yield about five cups.
Spaghetti Squash can be stored at room temperature for about a month. After cutting, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 2 days. Spaghetti squash also freezes well. Pack cooked squash into freezer bags, seal, label and freeze. Partially thaw before re-using, then steam until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	110.93 Kcal (464 kJ)
Calories from fat	59.3 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.59g	10%
Cholesterol	6.67mg	2%
Sodium	286.18mg	12%
Potassium	217.46mg	5%
Total Carbs	11.12g	4%
Sugars	6.43g	26%
Dietary Fiber	1.51g	6%
Protein	4.09g	8%
Vitamin C	2.3mg	4%
Calcium	122.4mg	12%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	69.8 Kcal (292 kJ)
Calories from fat	37.32 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.15g	10%
Cholesterol	4.2mg	2%
Sodium	180.08mg	12%
Potassium	136.84mg	5%
Total Carbs	7g	4%
Sugars	4.05g	26%
Dietary Fiber	0.95g	6%
Protein	2.57g	8%
Vitamin C	1.5mg	4%
Calcium	77mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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