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Spicy Spaghetti Squash
SUBMITTED BY:
Robyn Webb
PHOTO BY:
denise14
"This squash and tomato sauce recipe could be served in a bowl similar to pasta. Preparation time is 25 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association."
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1 small spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, minced
12 ounces ground white meat turkey
2 cups crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons red wine
2 teaspoons capers
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place each squash half cut side down on a cookie sheet and bake uncovered for about 45 to 60 minutes or until a fork goes easily into the shell. Allow to cool and scoop out the strands of squash with a large spoon and set aside.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic and scallions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the turkey and cook for 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and wine and bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the capers, oregano, red pepper flakes and parsley; simmer for 5 minutes. If the squash has cooled too much, reheat it in the microwave, covered for 2 to 3 minutes. Top the squash with the sauce and serve.
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Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2003 by C1GINN
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C1GINN
Oct. 12, 2003
Instead of baking the spaghetti squash, try microwaving. I put cut side down in a pyrex dish, add about 1/3 cup water, cover with plastic wrap, and it takes about 15 minutes.
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Instead of baking the spaghetti squash, try microwaving. I put cut side down in a pyrex dish,...
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Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2004 by THERESA_M
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THERESA_M
Mar. 24, 2004
Absolutely delicious and as easy as it gets. I didn't have ground turkey on hand, so I removed the casings from 3 reduced fat sausage links, sauteed separately and drained the grease, then added to the sauce as it simmered. I also added a 14 oz can of diced tomatoes with Italian seasonings (undrained), which made the sauce extra hearty. Next time I'm going to try adding some mushrooms, or maybe using cannellini in place of the turkey for an even healthier (and Lenten appropriate!) version. Word to the wise - don't skimp on the grated cheese!
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6 users found this review helpful
Absolutely delicious and as easy as it gets. I didn't have ground turkey on hand, so I...
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Reviewed on Oct. 4, 2003 by TEAMCAM
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TEAMCAM
Oct. 4, 2003
This was great! Super easy, and very tasty. It was a nice, low calorie, main meal. For even faster prep, you can put the squash in a casserole dish with about a 1/2 inch of water, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave for about 15 minutes. However, you will lose a little of that "roasted" taste. I will definitely make this again!
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This was great! Super easy, and very tasty. It was a nice, low calorie, main meal. For even...
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Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2003 by HEINHOCK
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HEINHOCK
Oct. 11, 2003
Fantastic combination of flavors; very earthy and rich. Aside from the cooking time for the squash (which in my oven took 90 minutes), it's a cinch to put together. The spiciness quotient makes it a little less kid-/tenderfoot-friendly as is. I recommend scaling back the red pepper flakes.
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Fantastic combination of flavors; very earthy and rich. Aside from the cooking time for the...
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Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2007 by MORIAH
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MORIAH
Jan. 29, 2007
THis is 3 points a serving (flex)for WW and mostly CORE except for the 2 T wine spread over six servings should be 0 points (core)
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THis is 3 points a serving (flex)for WW and mostly CORE except for the 2 T wine spread over...
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Reviewed on May 1, 2006 by Busy Bunny
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Busy Bunny
May 1, 2006
Sooooo good! My boyfriend and I loved this recipe! However I did make some alteration to the cooking of the spaghetti squash. Instead, I cut it in half, placed it open side UP, sprinkled it with seasoning salt, garlic powder, dried minced onion, and oregano, and then placed half a stick of butter inside each half of the squash. I added a whole package of turkey (20 oz.) then followed the rest of the recipe to a tee. This puts any type of pasta recipe to shame! My boyfriend was excited to have leftovers for the next day as well. I will definately be using this recipe again!
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Sooooo good! My boyfriend and I loved this recipe! However I did make some alteration to the...
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Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2005 by
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PINKDAISY21
Oct. 15, 2005
Absolutely Loved It! Did increase the wine a bit to about 4 tbls as well as the red pepper flakes and garlic ( I like things really spicy!)Great for those on lowcarb diets and craving pasta! Definately make again! Note though I recommend using the garlic basil and oregano diced or crushed tomatos for extra flavor! Thanks Robyn!
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Absolutely Loved It! Did increase the wine a bit to about 4 tbls as well as the red pepper...
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Reviewed on Jun. 8, 2005 by Tata
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Tata
Jun. 8, 2005
Not bad. I don't care for either spaghetti squash nor ground turkey, and this was a decent way to fix both. However, even for our Tex-Mex-spicy-loving family, this was too hot. I'd halve the red pepper flakes. As is, it left my lips and mouth feeling burnt.
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Not bad. I don't care for either spaghetti squash nor ground turkey, and this was a decent way...
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Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2005 by LMF1
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LMF1
Apr. 3, 2005
What a great way to satisfy the spaghetti craving if you are on a lower carb diet. My family is very picky and they said this recipe was a keeper. Only omitted the capers. This dish also tasted very good as leftovers!
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