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Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash Pasta

A delightful twist on traditional pasta, this dish replaces noodles with healthy spaghetti squash, creating a comforting, low-carb meal filled with cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 large spaghetti squash
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free for keto)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt & black pepper
  • 1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese
  • ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • for garnish fresh basil or parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the spaghetti squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and drizzle with olive oil. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
  2. Scrape out the spaghetti-like strands with a fork and set aside.
Cooking the Meat Sauce
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
  2. Drain excess grease, then stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Mixing the Cheeses
  1. In a bowl, combine ricotta (or cottage cheese), cream cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
Assembling the Casserole
  1. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti squash, followed by the cheese mixture, then the remaining squash.
  2. Top with the meat sauce, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Baking & Serving
  1. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a golden, cheesy top.
  3. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot!

Notes

Store any leftover Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash Pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in the microwave or in the oven until heated through. For prepping ahead, you can assemble the dish and store it uncooked in the refrigerator for up to a day before baking.