Pretend you are eating pasta, while saving the calories. Spaghetti squash takes the place of pasta, while pesto, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese give depth to this casserole. It's hard to believe this recipe needs only 5 ingredients. Use your favorite pre-made pesto sauce from the market or whip up your own pesto sauce in the food processor or blender.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 medium spaghetti squash, cooked and shredded into strands
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 cup pesto sauce
- 4 ounces smoked or plain mozzarella, shredded
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation:
Place skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add olive oil and cooked spaghetti squash. Stir in pesto with a fork. When spaghetti squash is heated through, add mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses and stir. When cheese begins to melt, remove from heat and serve hot.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Mozzarella Recipe Photo © 2011 Lindsey Carrasco, licensed to About.com, Inc.
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Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Mozzarella Recipe Photo © 2011 Lindsey Carrasco, licensed to About.com, Inc.
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