Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti Squash Bowl, where tender strands of roasted spaghetti squash meet a luscious creamy garlic sauce. This dish transforms everyday ingredients into a mouthwatering feast that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With its stunning presentation and irresistible taste, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40–45 minutes until fork-tender.
- While roasting, heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Stir frequently.
- Add minced garlic and Parmesan cheese to the cream, stirring until melted and creamy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Once the squash is done, scrape out the strands and add them to the sauce. Toss until evenly coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. For a vegan version, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan and plant-based milk in place of cream.