Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin: Easy Turkey Bacon Delight for Dinner
A delicious and easy recipe for Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a baking tray and bake for 30-40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop it into pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti squash, turkey bacon, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix well and transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or bell peppers to the mix.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin, Turkey Bacon, Easy Dinner Recipe