The Delights of Spaghetti Squash

Fall is the season for squashes. Succulent squashes can provide taste and versatility to your meal plan. Have you ever seen a spaghetti squash and wondered what to do with it? Here are some tips that may whet your appetite...

Cut the squash in half and remove seeds. Do this prior to all uses.

Either cut the squash halves into quarters or chunk-size, depending upon your ease level. Squashes are hard to cut and require strength. Perhaps an electric knife will help. I've never used one for this purpose, but it may work.

Place the cut-up squash into boiling water or the steamer. Cook until you can poke a knife easily through the meat. (Squash meat is the portion you eat.)

When cooked, scoop out the squash with either a fork or spoon. Squash will separate into strands.

Use these strands and cover with spaghetti sauce to make a vegetable version of spaghetti.

Cover the strands with a mixture of steamed veggies, olive oil and fresh herbs. Gently mix together. Serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Use the strands as a side dish by mixing with a little butter and Italian seasoning. Italian seasoning usually consists of basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme. Or, use your own herb mixture to satisfy your taste.

Mash the strands together as if making mashed potatoes. Add a little soy milk, dairy milk or plain nonfat yogurt and a dab of butter. Mix thoroughly. Enjoy this as a side dish.

Spaghetti squash can be enjoyed as is, also.

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