For All You Spaghetti Squash Lovers........

jfauci · March 2013

I made Jackson's Spaghetti Squash (from The Biggest Loser) last night and OMG, it was amazing!!!! I just started eating spaghetti squash a few weeks ago and I am loving it!! I've also made it into pancakes which were so good, even my daughter ate them!

So, for you non-believers, try doing different things with it. You might just surprise yourself.

rkammerer · March 2013

I too was a skeptic when it came to spaghetti squash. I absolutely LOVE it now and my kids do too

ichoose2believe · March 2013

Thanks for the heads up. Always looking for new stuff to try.

zumbarock · March 2013

I made Jackson's Spaghetti Squash (from The Biggest Loser) last night and OMG, it was amazing!!!! I just started eating spaghetti squash a few weeks ago and I am loving it!! I've also made it into pancakes which were so good, even my daughter ate them!

So, for you non-believers, try doing different things with it. You might just surprise yourself.

What's the recipe? or for the pancakes? I LOVE spaghetti squash! I'll google it. Thanks!!

Kbmom03 · March 2013

Where do you find the recipes to use it? I have never heard of spaghetti squash before.

JoRocka · March 2013

I love SS... I gave up breads/wheats/grains etc cold turkey- was a great decision- been making all sorts of new things- turns out I love spaghetti squash- but I don't get crazy with it- which is more a time issue- but yeah- **** is SUPER tasty!!!

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Catwoman1037 · March 2013

We definitely like this! I am also interested in the pancake recipe. :happy:

slacker75 · March 2013

Yes... please post the recipe for both... I love spaghetti squash, but only eat it with spaghetti sauce on it - so I need other ideas for it.

Oakley82 · March 2013

I Googled the recipe.

http://www.biggestloser.com/nutrition/recipes/jacksons-spaghetti-squash

Jackson’s Sassy, Saucy Spaghetti Squash
(Makes 4 Servings)

Ingredients:

1 Spaghetti Squash
8 oz Ground Turkey or Turkey Sausage
2 Cups Low-Sodium Spaghetti Sauce
½ Large Onion, Diced (I prefer red)
1 ½ cup Sliced Mushrooms
3 Cups Baby Spinach
4 Tbs. Mozzarella Cheese (Optional)
Garlic
Salt & Pepper

Per serving:
Calories: 252
Total fat: 6.4 g
Sat Fat 2g
Carb 30 g
Fiber 6g
Sugars 17g
Protein 21g
Cholest. 43mg
Sodium 332 mg

This is my favorite recipe and I eat it almost every day on the ranch. It is packed with nutrient dense vegetables and is a great source of fiber. It’s also very low in calories so you get a lot of bang for your buck.

1. Cut either end off of the spaghetti squash. Cut it in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scrape out all of the guts. Wrap both halves in plastic wrap and throw in the microwave for about 10 minutes.

2. While your squash is cooking, begin to brown the turkey and sauté your onions and mushrooms. Season with salt and garlic.

NOTE: Most chefs will tell you to do cook your meat and vegetables in separate pans. I, however, hate doing dishes and, therefore, choose to ignore most chefs.

3. Once your turkey is brown add the spaghetti sauce and spinach to the pan. Cook until the sauce is hot and the spinach has wilted down.

4. While your sauce is heating up, take your spaghetti squash and begin to shred it with a fork. If it doesn’t shred easily, put it back in the microwave until it begins to fall apart.

5. Put 1cup of shredded squash with 1 cup of the turkey/sauce mixture On a plate. Top with one Tbs. of Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with Salt and Pepper if desired. Serve with a GENEROUS portion of steamed veggies or a side salad (my favorite is steamed broccoli).

jfauci · March 2013

Here's the Pancake Recipe:

Spaghetti Squash Pancakes
Ingredients
 1 cup cooked spaghetti squash
 2 eggs
 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (white flour can be used)
 1 tablespoon butter, softened
 salt + pepper, to taste
 1/2 tablespoon butter, for the pan
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and blend well.
2. Heat a small skillet on the stovetop, add butter or cooking spray.
3. Pour in batter, and spread into a disk with a spoon.
4. Cook pancake slowly on medium heat for about 3-6 minutes (or when batter starts to bubble) and then flip.
5. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter.

I think it came out to about 45 calories/pancake.