Four Cheese Garlic Spaghetti Squash
Total Time
1 hour 15 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes
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Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups 2% milk, or more, as needed
- ½ cup half and half*
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded fontina cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 2-3 pounds spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
Step 2
Cut the squash in half lengthwise from stem to tail and scrape out the seeds.* Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Step 3
Place squash, cut-side down, onto the prepared baking dish. Place into oven and roast until tender, about 35-45 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from oven and let rest until cool enough to handle.
Step 5
Using a fork, scrape the flesh to create long strands.
Step 6
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
Step 7
Gradually whisk in milk, half and half, thyme, and oregano. Cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in cheeses until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Step 8
Stir in spaghetti squash until well combined.
Step 9
Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.
Step 10
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Chef's notes
*Half and half is equal parts of whole milk and cream. For 1 cup half and half, you can substitute 3/4 cup whole milk + 1/4 cup heavy cream or 2/3 cup skim or low-fat milk + 1/3 cup heavy cream.
*The squash can be placed in the microwave for 2-5 minutes for easier slicing.
