AuthorMarla MeridithThis is one of our favorite "pasta" not pasta recipes. The spaghetti squash is a great alternative to regular pasta. This is a well balanced, easy, quick weeknight meal!
Poke several holes in the skin of the squash with a sharp knife.
Place squash on a plate and microwave for 20-25 minutes until soft enough to cut in half.
Remove squash from the microwave and let it cool for several minutes before you handle it. When it's cooled down, cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard (or save to toast them) Scoop out the spaghetti, place in a bowl, toss with olive oil and set aside.
Heat oil in an 8 inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots, cook 4-5 minutes until fragrant and softened, do not brown. Add the cream and wine. Cook a few minutes until the cream reduces a bit.
Add the peas, ham and seasonings. Mix together well. Heat a few more minutes until the sauce thickens a bit more and the wine cooks down.
Mix in the spaghetti squash, continue to cook until warmed through. Taste and adjust any seasonings. Serve immediately with parmesan cheese on the side.
Ingredients
Directions
Poke several holes in the skin of the squash with a sharp knife.
Place squash on a plate and microwave for 20-25 minutes until soft enough to cut in half.
Remove squash from the microwave and let it cool for several minutes before you handle it. When it's cooled down, cut in half. Scoop out the seeds and discard (or save to toast them) Scoop out the spaghetti, place in a bowl, toss with olive oil and set aside.
Heat oil in an 8 inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots, cook 4-5 minutes until fragrant and softened, do not brown. Add the cream and wine. Cook a few minutes until the cream reduces a bit.
Add the peas, ham and seasonings. Mix together well. Heat a few more minutes until the sauce thickens a bit more and the wine cooks down.
Mix in the spaghetti squash, continue to cook until warmed through. Taste and adjust any seasonings. Serve immediately with parmesan cheese on the side.
