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How to Make Smoked Sausage with Spaghetti Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy dinner option, then this recipe for Smoked Sausage with Spaghetti Squash is a must-try! This dish is a perfect combination of flavorful smoked sausage and savory spaghetti squash, creating a filling and satisfying meal that is also low in carbs.

Spaghetti squash is a versatile vegetable that makes a great alternative to regular pasta. When cooked, the flesh of the squash naturally separates into long, thin strands that resemble spaghetti n...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2 1/2 lb.), halved and seeded
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (14 ounce) package smoked sausage, bias-sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 orange bell pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar vodka sauce or creamy rosa pasta sauce
  • 8 ounces frozen broccoli florets (about 3 1/2 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon shaved Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)
  • 4 leaves fresh basil for garnish (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Put squash halves, cut sides down, in a microwave-safe dish. Add water and cover. Microwave on High until tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Cook onion and bell pepper in the same skillet until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir vodka sauce and broccoli into skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, until broccoli is crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Return sausage to skillet; stir to combine.
  • Carefully remove squash halves from dish. Using a fork, scrape squash strands into a serving dish. Top with sausage mixture. Garnish with Parmesan and basil.

    • Nutrition

    650 cal.

    • Total Fat: 41g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 2223mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Potassium: 1275mg

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