Recipe
Rustic Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti with Ragu Sauce
Savor the comforting flavors of this rustic dish, showcasing tender spaghetti squash strands tossed with savory Italian sausage and a luscious Ragú pasta sauce. Baked with a golden cheese topping and crispy breadcrumbs, this dish is a delightful twist on classic spaghetti.
Ingredients
12 | ounces spaghetti |
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1 | pound Italian sausage |
1 | spaghetti squash |
1 | ((24 ounce)) jar Ragú® Pasta Sauce |
4 | tablespoons dry breadcrumbs |
2 | tablespoons butter or margarine, melted |
1 | cup shredded mozzarella cheese |
Instructions
Preparation | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2. | Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds. |
| 3. | Place the spaghetti squash halves upside down in a microwave-safe dish with the rind facing upwards. Add ½ inch of water to the dish and microwave for 8 minutes or until the squash is tender. |
Assembly and Baking | |
| 1. | Slice the Italian sausage into ½-inch pieces and brown it in a large skillet over medium heat. |
| 2. | Cook the spaghetti pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and mix in the Ragú pasta sauce and browned Italian sausage. Using a fork, separate the spaghetti squash strands and add them to the pasta mixture. |
| 3. | Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. |
| 4. | Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. In a separate bowl, combine the dry breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the cheese. |
| 5. | Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes or until the dish is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve and enjoy! |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 595.1 kcal |
| Protein | 27 g |
| Fat | 30.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Sugar | 2.6 g |
Published on Jul 31, 2024 by Luminița