Baked Four Cheese Garlic Spaghetti Squash Recipe
A comforting and delicious Baked Four Cheese Garlic Spaghetti Squash recipe that combines the tender roasted spaghetti squash with a creamy blend of garlic, Italian four-cheese mix, and fresh herbs. This dish is perfect as a low-carb, hearty vegetarian main or side that brings warm, cheesy flavors to your table with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Four-Cheese Italian White Cheese Blend (Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone, Asiago)
- Fresh thyme (to taste)
- Fresh ground pepper (to taste)
- Parsley or chives or green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Squash: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Firmly hold the spaghetti squash and cut off the tip and tail, then halve it lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the innards and seeds. Place both halves on a baking sheet supported by a small foil ring to keep them stable. Sprinkle freshly cracked pepper over the cavities of each half.
- Make the Cream Mixture: In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, heavy cream, 1/2 cup of water, the crumbled chicken bouillon cube, finely chopped chives (or parsley or green onions), and fresh thyme. Mix thoroughly to blend all flavors.
- Assemble the Squash Halves: Sprinkle a layer of grated four-cheese blend inside the cavities of each squash half. Evenly divide the cream mixture onto the cheese layer in each half, then top with an additional layer of the remaining cheese blend.
- Bake: Place the prepared baking sheet with squash halves into the preheated oven. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the flesh of the spaghetti squash is very tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Remove the squash halves from the oven and garnish with additional fresh parsley, chives, or green onions if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness.
- Optional Quick Method: To reduce baking time, place raw spaghetti squash halves face down in a shallow dish with a little water and microwave for 8 minutes (adjust time based on squash size). The flesh will be almost cooked through. Then proceed with assembling and bake for only 20-25 minutes in the oven.
Notes
- You can reduce baking time by microwaving the squash halves before baking.
- The chicken bouillon cube adds a deeper flavor without the need for extra salt.
- Using freshly cracked pepper enhances the pepper’s flavor significantly.
- Feel free to substitute fresh herbs based on preference for parsley, chives, or green onions.
- This dish works well as a vegetarian main without meat additions.
Keywords: Spaghetti Squash, Four Cheese, Garlic, Baked, Vegetarian, Italian Cheese Blend, Healthy Comfort Food
