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Comforting Sausage and Peppers Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Enjoy a guilt-free dish with Sausage and Peppers Spaghetti Squash Casserole, a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • to taste teaspoon salt
  • to taste teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound Italian sausage or turkey sausage
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce opt for a quality sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For the Topping
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella substitute with dairy-free cheese if desired
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan omit for dairy-free option
  • to taste fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Casserole dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Drizzle olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and roast for 35–40 minutes until tender.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the Italian sausage for 6–8 minutes until browned. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic, sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Once the spaghetti squash is roasted, scrape strands into a bowl, drain excess moisture. Mix with sausage mixture and fold in mozzarella and Parmesan.
  5. Spread the mixture in a greased casserole dish. Top with remaining cheeses.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes covered. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Select quality ingredients for best flavor. Drain excess moisture to avoid sogginess. This casserole reheats well, making for great leftovers.

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