Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin, a delightful twist on traditional comfort food. This healthy yet satisfying dish replaces pasta with roasted spaghetti squash, enveloped in a rich cheese sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s a crowd-pleaser that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can serve this delicious casserole as a main course or an elegant side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese, divided
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve and seed the spaghetti squash; season with melted butter, salt, and pepper.
- Roast cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Shred the cooked squash into strands.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Stir in flour, gradually whisk in milk until smooth; simmer until thickened.
- Add seasonings and cheeses to the sauce; combine with shredded squash.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs, then bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg