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by Stacy  46 Comments

How To: Spaghetti Squash

We LOVE spaghetti squash and I actually prefer it in place of noodles – hence my love of Spaghetti Squash Casserole. The texture is different, but it’s very pleasing to the palate…yeah, country Stacy just said that. It felt weird too.  I’ve even been able to serve it to people and they didn’t know they weren’t eating REAL noodles. Cooking spaghetti squash is easy…so let’s talk about how it’s done.

I’ve had several of you leave comments and send me emails about cooking spaghetti squash – you want to know how I do it…so, here’s a video of my method.

Also, I will warn you – toward the end, all craziness breaks loose in the Myers house. You’ve been warned…so proceed with caution.

Cooking a Spaghetti Squash – the Basic Steps

Halve your squash using a large knife. Be careful. I cut mine vertically. Scrape out all the seeds. Place cut side down on large baking tray. Add a small amount of water for steam. Cook at 350 until you can “pull the noodles” down from the side. (See video). This can take 30-60 minutes based on the size of the squash.

Once you’ve got it all cooked, there’s nothing to do but serve! It really is that easy. 🙂

“Pro” tip: if you have space for a garden but generally kill everything you plant, consider some spaghetti squash. They are pretty easy to grow and require very little tending. If I’m recommending that, you know it has to be easy!

Okay, now you have no excuse to not go and try it. Go forth and start cooking spaghetti squash!

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About Stacy

Stacy is a Homemaking and Business Mom Mentor, the author of two cookbooks, creator of multiple e-courses, seasoned life coach, and comedian extraordinaire. Her first priority is her husband and her children - family first. She presses on each day because her calling is to teach, train, and mentor other ladies to have their dreams. She believes if it’s not easy, you won’t do it – because she’s lived it. She’ll bring YOU the awesome so that you can get your home back into control and watch your business soar. For tips and easy strategies, you can follow her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.

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  1. Miz Helen says

    June 22, 2013 at 7:04 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 22, 2013 at 10:18 pm

      I will. Thanks, Miz Helen!

      Reply
  2. kmamatx says

    June 20, 2013 at 11:10 am

    We’ve discovered spaghetti squash in about the last year too. I’m like you…I think I actually prefer it to the noodles! I LOVE it with my crockpot spaghetti sauce! I’m going to have to try your casserole recipe though…it looks great!

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 20, 2013 at 12:00 pm

      Pioneer Woman’s recipe isAMAZING!

      Reply
  3. Juggling Real Food & Real Life says

    June 19, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    I’ve always wanted to try to make spaghetti squash but it always seemed a mystery to me. Thanks for showing me just how easy it really is. Can’t wait to impress my family with my new cooking skill.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 19, 2013 at 4:56 pm

      Yeah, well don’t tell them how easy it is. 😉

      Reply
  4. Its_Gwen says

    June 18, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    This was so helpful! I think I NEED an ov glove. 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 18, 2013 at 5:39 pm

      Yes – I agree. NEED.

      Reply
  5. Stacy says

    June 18, 2013 at 3:43 pm

    What accent? 😉

    Reply
    • theraulersons says

      June 18, 2013 at 3:52 pm

      😉 that southern drawl….my hubby was born and raised in FL so he has it too and I love it!

      Reply
      • Stacy says

        June 18, 2013 at 5:39 pm

        🙂 I call it Country Twang. lol

        Reply
  6. Stacy says

    June 18, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    They refrigerate just fine. 🙂

    Reply
  7. SueAnn says

    June 18, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    Quick question: Since it may be only me eating the spaghetti squash, do I put the leftovers in the fridge? freeze them? How long does it keep? Hopefully my family will get on board with THM but maybe not. 🙂

    Reply
  8. theraulersons says

    June 18, 2013 at 9:47 am

    Loved the video!! Thanks for sharing…I make spaghetti squash but normally just poke and bake..then cut and scoop out the seeds. I like the idea of scooping out the seeds before baking… Love your accent and humor! Thanks for sharing your recipes for the THM lifestyle…It is very much appreciated!

    Reply
  9. Wendy Briscoe says

    June 9, 2013 at 8:05 pm

    I need to ask you about retirement funds for a stay at home Mom. I do at some point plan to go back to work, but it will be about a year or two away. I am 40 years old and only have about 1, 300 in retirement savings. Woefully lacking! My parents will retire in two years with 1/3 of a million dollars. Is there any way I can play catch up and start bank rolling my retirement fund as a stay at home Mom? What’s yours or Barry’s advice on this. I’m sooooo late, and far behind! 🙁

    Reply
    • Barry says

      June 10, 2013 at 9:20 am

      If you’ve not already read my articles that may apply to this, have a look at those first:

      http://www.stacymakescents.com/whats-your-plan-for-retirement
      http://www.debtortobetter.com/getting-a-start-on-retirement-savings/
      http://www.debtortobetter.com/retirement-savings-vs-debt-reduction/

      Beyond that, it is simply a matter of PURPOSEFUL savings with a specific goal in mind. If your budget can handle the savings, put as much as you can into a Roth IRA into good, long-term growth mutual funds (usually these are things like growth-stock or growth-and-income funds). If you can do more than the Roth IRA limits, traditional IRAs are a fine option as well. If you have any specific questions as you get into this, please let me know!

      Reply
  10. Kim says

    June 8, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    I laughed so hard at your video. It sounds just like my house. Thanks for sharing how to cook SS properly. I’ve always wondered.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 8, 2013 at 4:30 pm

      Ha, ha! Just keepin’ it real. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Victoria says

    June 7, 2013 at 7:31 am

    Loved the video. So nice to put a voice with the face. Loved the accent. I was wondering if you have tried the Konjac noodles from the THM recipes. I think spaghetti squash could be used in place of a lot of them and probably is much cheaper.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 7, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      I have tried them – they are okay. A nice change. I do prefer these. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Heather @ Raising Mighty Arrows says

    June 6, 2013 at 11:45 pm

    I had never even heard of this until this week! Only because I had never even eaten Squash until I was married! I may give it a try. 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 7, 2013 at 7:22 am

      Really?! Girl….get squashin’.

      Reply
  13. Sarah says

    June 6, 2013 at 10:54 pm

    How did I not know you have a southern accent? I love it, you sound like my people! 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 7, 2013 at 7:23 am

      🙂 My people! We have people!

      Reply
  14. Sandra Frey says

    June 6, 2013 at 11:31 am

    I’ve been making spaghetti squash for years. It’s very easy to make. Cut the squash in half put the two pieces in a cake pan, after you take out the seeds of course, upside down put water in the pan and bake in the oven until tender. take out of the oven. let cool then remove the spaghetti out of the shell, being very careful not to get any of the shell in with the spaghetti & finish with spaghetti sauce on it. or anything else you want to make with it. Use it like regular spaghetti, the skys the limit.

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    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:02 pm

      🙂 Sounds like just how I did it above! Great minds.

      Reply
  15. Sara says

    June 6, 2013 at 10:30 am

    Just a question, I’m new to Trim Healthy Mama, is spaghetti squash compatible with THM?

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:08 pm

      Sure is! It’s a FP so it goes with any meal. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Gina Franklin says

    June 6, 2013 at 10:23 am

    Thank you for the video! I have been wanting to try spaghetti squash for a while now and the video was helpful. As a fellow NC girl I LOVE your accent

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:09 pm

      Thanks, sistah! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Cindy says

    June 6, 2013 at 9:40 am

    Good information.

    I think the video would have been much better if you had had someone holding the camera and following your moves. Some of the things were done out of camera view. I know those things were self explanatory, but actually following your hands would have been more interesting. Just a thought.

    I know “everyone’s a critic” but my comment is meant to be educational, not critical.

    Keep up the good work. Love your website! 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:11 pm

      🙂 I have to do videos during the day at naptime or else I can’t find any other time to do it. Life is kinda crazy here. And my 3 year old isn’t very good at holding a camera. 🙂 Thanks for the suggestion though!

      Reply
  18. Ruth Curtis says

    June 6, 2013 at 9:33 am

    An alternative to the “grunting” & wrestling the spaghetti squash with a large sharp knife method, I have learned it cooks just as well if I prick the whole squash several places with a fork, and bake it whole on a cookie sheet (no water necessary). When you can easily stick a fork in it, it’s done! Let it cool a bit and then easily cut in half, remove seeds, and scrape out squash “noodles.” Easy peazy!

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:12 pm

      Ya know, I’ve done it that way too…and for some reason, I just prefer to cut it in half beforehand. I’m weird. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Mary says

    June 6, 2013 at 9:18 am

    Going on a quest for spaghetti squash yum! By the way…sounds like our house
    when dad comes home, dogs and kids are the welcoming committee. 😀
    Mary

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    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 3:13 pm

      No one does that when I come home. LOL

      Reply
  20. Cynthia Combest says

    June 6, 2013 at 9:08 am

    Please stay crazy, because we love your attitude!!! I am trying the squash this weekend.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 4:27 pm

      🙂 Good – it’s kinda around to stay.

      Reply
  21. Misty says

    June 6, 2013 at 8:59 am

    I just have to tell you that I wish we were neighbors!! I love your recipes and you are a hoot!!!! Thanks for making this video because, I LOVE PW’s cajun chicken pasta but have not made it since doing THM!!! I can’t believe I didn’t think of using the spaghetti squash…we all love that stuff!!! It is on the menu for this weekend!!!!

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 4:35 pm

      I’m trying to fix all our old favorites the THM way. 🙂

      Reply
  22. Llucyjune says

    June 6, 2013 at 8:14 am

    Hi Stacy
    I just watched your film as I’ve been curious about spaghetti squash (which I have never seen here in the UK and I live in London so probably should have) and I just wanted to say that I love your accent and I’m even more determined to find spaghetti squash now than I was before! I also love that your dog and your daughter were so obviously pleased to see Daddy! I love a house that is as mental as mine!!
    Please keep making videos and posting on your blog as I am really really enjoying it and hope you carry on forever.
    Best wishes
    Lucy

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    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 4:36 pm

      🙂 I enjoy doing videos so I am glad y’all like them!!

      Reply
  23. Foodie in WV says

    June 6, 2013 at 7:51 am

    I love spaghetti squash. It is a great substitute for pasta (since I can’t eat gluten I use it frequently a as a substitute). Plus it is so easy to cook!

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    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 4:39 pm

      And it’s uuber delicious!

      Reply
  24. Yolanda says

    June 6, 2013 at 7:47 am

    Perfect! Now I know how to do it without a microwave! Thanks, Stacy.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      June 6, 2013 at 4:43 pm

      I aim to please! 🙂

      Reply


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