Openminded, but not won over...

8turboturtle8

I am a very no-fuss eater...I like a basic meat, starch and common veggie plate. But last night I was open minded and made some speagetti squash...and lived to talk about it! It was "interesting", I just put some marinara on it but I can't see making a meal of that. I wouldn't be opposed to using it more, but I certainly am not a "fan" at this point...any suggestions? I also have 3 kids so anything that might appeal to them would be great too...

Thanks!

rlsluvr

I posted this recipe a couple days ago... it's a hit with my family...maybe you can try it this way....

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/82474-spaghetti-squah-lasagna?page=1#posts-1139029

abbie38

I forgot to post that I tried your recipe and it was delish! thank you!

yeakaterocks

Hi, if you have an Aldi Store nearby they have Fit and Active flatbread wraps ( 1.99 for 6) that are huge! Each one is 90 cal. I bake a bunch of chicken breasts at the beggining of my week and then cut them up. I fill the middle of each wrap with some chicken, sprinkle cheese on it and heat it for 30 seconds in the microwave. Then I add some lettuce and tomato. My kids love them and it's under 300 calories for a good size meal when you add some veggies and fruit on the side.

astridfeline

I do that sometimes but I use a meat spaghetti sauce for more staying power :laugh:

8turboturtle8

Thank you all!!!!

8turboturtle8

I posted this recipe a couple days ago... it's a hit with my family...maybe you can try it this way....

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/82474-spaghetti-squah-lasagna?page=1#posts-1139029

Sounds great, I will surely give it a try!

immacookie

I add ground turkey, peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives... whatever I feel like... to the marinara. :bigsmile:

godblessourhome

we love it as a side dish. plain with butter, salt, pepper and parmesan. or use it as the crunchy 'noodles' in a salad.

smae1980

we love it as a side dish. plain with butter, salt, pepper and parmesan. or use it as the crunchy 'noodles' in a salad.

I do this too, but use olive oil instead of butter. very good with lots of fresh garlic

HealthyChanges2010

bump

immacookie

Found this on ivillage this morning..........

Spaghetti Squash with Avocado Pesto

This flavorful squash can always be found in the kitchen at the ranch as a creative replacement for white pasta. Add grilled chicken and a tomato salad and you have a meal. The avocado pesto is also delicious as a sandwich condiment or drizzled over sliced tomatoes.

Ingredients:
1 medium spaghetti squash (1 1⁄2–2 pounds), washed, halved lengthwise, and seeded
1⁄2 ripe avocado, pitted and diced
1⁄4 cup fresh basil leaves or Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1⁄3 cup hot water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray. Pierce the outside of each half of the squash a few times with a fork. Place the squash cut side down on the baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes, or until very tender when tested with a fork. Cool
slightly.
Meanwhile, place the avocado, basil or parsley, chives, Parmesan, garlic, salt, black pepper, and hot water in a blender and process until smooth, turning the blender off and on occasionally and adding a tablespoon or two of additional hot water if needed. There will be between 1⁄2 and 3⁄4 cup of pesto. When the squash has cooled, use a fork to rake the spaghetti-like threads of squash into a serving bowl. Discard the skin. There will be about 3 cups of spaghetti squash. Drizzle the pesto over the squash and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Makes 6 servings

Per serving: 60 calories, 2 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 3 g fiber, 230 mg sodium
Reprinted from: The Biggest Loser Simple Swaps © 2009 by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. The Biggest Loser (TM) and NBC Studios, Inc. and Reveille LLC. Courtesy of Rodale, Inc.

rlsluvr

YUM Sounds Good... I'll try that!!!!

immacookie

YUM Sounds Good... I'll try that!!!!

I'm buying the stuff this weekend. :bigsmile:

p.s. your avatar made me LOL :laugh: :laugh: