Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash is a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes. This recipe features tender baked spaghetti squash layered with savory ground beef in pasta sauce, creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella. It’s a comforting, flavorful meal that’s perfect for those seeking a hearty yet healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp minced onion
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 12 oz pasta sauce
Alfredo Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
Other
- 2 1/2 cups cooked spaghetti squash
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the minced onions, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Once cooked through, drain the excess grease. Stir in the pasta sauce to combine and set the meat sauce aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan, bring the heavy cream, minced garlic, and black pepper to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the cream cheese and butter, allowing them to melt completely. Gradually stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan. Spread half of the cooked spaghetti squash evenly in the pan. Pour the Alfredo sauce evenly over the spaghetti squash layer. Top with the remaining spaghetti squash.
- Add Meat and Cheese Layers: Spoon the meat sauce evenly over the top layer of spaghetti squash. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meat sauce layer.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Notes
- For the best texture, be sure not to overcook the spaghetti squash initially; it should be tender but not mushy.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner meat option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, consider adding red pepper flakes to the meat sauce.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, verify that your pasta sauce and seasonings contain no gluten ingredients.
Keywords: spaghetti squash, low carb, baked pasta, creamy alfredo, ground beef, healthy dinner, gluten-free option
