How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti Squash 101
With its long strands of golden noodle-like fibers, spaghetti squash is nature’s answer to pasta. For too long, spaghetti squash was seen as soggy, flavorless, and, well, not worth the effort. But we’re here to tell you it is! With a little cooking know-how, you’ll be on your way to a delicious, vegetable-forward meal.

When Is Spaghetti Squash Ripe?

How to Cut Spaghetti Squash
No matter how you plan to cook your spaghetti squash, set yourself up for success by starting with these steps:
1. Wash, making sure there's no dirt on the squash, and dry well.
2. Place the squash on a cutting board, then use a sharp knife to slice a half-inch off the top and bottom ends. Discard.
3. For spaghetti squash halves, cut the squash lengthwise. For rings, slice the vegetable into 1-inch-thick rounds.
4. Use a melon baller or the edge of a large spoon to remove the seeds, and discard.
1. Wash, making sure there's no dirt on the squash, and dry well.
2. Place the squash on a cutting board, then use a sharp knife to slice a half-inch off the top and bottom ends. Discard.
3. For spaghetti squash halves, cut the squash lengthwise. For rings, slice the vegetable into 1-inch-thick rounds.
4. Use a melon baller or the edge of a large spoon to remove the seeds, and discard.

How to Bake Spaghetti Squash in the Oven


How to Cook Spaghetti Squash on the Stove
To steam spaghetti squash, fit a large pot with a steamer insert and fill with 2 inches of water. Cover, bring to a boil, add squash halves or rings, and cover again. Cook until the squash pulls away from the skin slightly and the spaghetti-like strands pull away easily when you drag the tines of a fork across the flesh—15 to 20 minutes for rings and 35 to 40 minutes for halves.


How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave


Best HelloFresh Recipes and Dinner Ideas With Spaghetti Squash
Now that you’re an expert at cooking spaghetti squash, how can you fit them into your weekly meal planning? We’ve got a few ideas! The first recipe treats the squash as noodles; the second uses it as a bed for succulent portobello steaks.
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