Description
A deliciously healthy twist on a classic au gratin with spaghetti squash, turkey bacon, and chicken ham.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup diced chicken ham
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheese
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Brush the inside of the squash with olive oil, then place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
- While the squash is roasting, cook the turkey bacon in a pan until crispy, then chop into small pieces.
- In a skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until soft, then add the diced chicken ham and turkey bacon.
- In a bowl, whisk together the milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Scrape the flesh of the roasted spaghetti squash into a bowl and combine with the ham mixture and cheese.
- Pour the milk mixture over the squash and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture back into the squash shells, top with additional cheese if desired, and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until heated through and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon for more flavor.
- Add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin, Spaghetti Squash Recipes, Healthy Comfort Food