Side dishe for 8
Pesto Spaghetti Squash
Roasted spaghetti squash is tossed with marinara and pesto ricotta, then topped with mozzarella and Parmesan for a baked dinner.
$2.63for 4 servings
$0.66 per serving$2.63 for 4
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- 85 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
ItalianVegetarianLow-carbKid-friendlyBudgetSide dishesFall
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.28Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 17 oz | $0.68Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 2.25 oz | $1.28Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.40Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.27 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- to taste kosher salt & ground black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 heaping cup basil pesto sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 2/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
Steps
- Heat the oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Halve and seed the spaghetti squash, brush it with olive oil, and season it with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash cut-side down for 40 to 45 minutes, until the strands pull away easily.
- Warm the marinara and garlic in a saucepan over medium heat for 8 minutes.
- Stir the ricotta, pesto, and half the Parmesan together, then scrape the squash strands into the mixture.
- Fill the squash shells with the mixture, top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan, and bake for 15 minutes.
Swaps
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
- Milk for Almond, soy or oat milkabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
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