Spaghetti Squash Casserole With Ricotta and Spinach
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Ingredients
- 1 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 15-ounce container ricotta
- 1 large egg
- 4 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 cups grated mozzarella (1/2 pound)
Directions
- Heat oven to 400° F. Place the squash on a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle the cut sides with the oil, place cut-side down, and roast until tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ricotta, egg, spinach, garlic, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon pepper.
- With a fork, gently scrape out the strands of flesh and add to the ricotta mixture. Mix gently to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish, sprinkle with the mozzarella, and bake until browned and bubbling, 18 to 22 minutes.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 245Calories From Fat 142
- Fat 16g
- Sat Fat 9g
- Cholesterol 76mg
- Sodium 514mg
- Protein 14g
- Carbohydrate 13g
- Sugar 4g
- Fiber 3g
- Iron 1mg
- Calcium 295mg
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
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Quick Tip
Shave time off this recipe by cooking the squash in the microwave: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and discard the seeds.
Place the halves on a plate, cut-side down, and microwave on high until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
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