When comfort food meets wholesome ingredients, magic happens in the kitchen. This Simple Baked Spaghetti Squash transforms a simple winter squash into a creamy, savory masterpiece that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. The secret? Two powerhouse ingredients from Kalona SuperNatural: our rich French Onion Dip and protein-packed Cottage Cheese.
Why This Recipe Works
Spaghetti squash is naturally mild and tender, making it the perfect canvas for bold flavors. By filling the squash halves before baking, the vegetable strands absorb all the savory goodness from the French Onion Dip while staying perfectly al dente. The cottage cheese adds a protein boost and creates a luscious, golden topping that brings everything together.
What makes this dish truly special is the quality of the dairy. Kalona SuperNatural products are made from organic milk from pasture-raised, grass-fed cows on small family farms practicing regenerative agriculture. Our low-temperature vat pasteurization and non-homogenization preserve the natural goodness and flavor you can taste in every bite.
The Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 container (12 oz) Kalona SuperNatural French Onion Dip
- 1 container (16 oz) Kalona SuperNatural Cottage Cheese
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prep the squash: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy center.
2. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped spinach, and French Onion Dip. Mix until well combined.
3. Assemble: Drizzle the cut sides of both squash halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Fill each squash half generously with the vegetable and dip mixture.
4. First bake: Place the filled squash halves on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
5. Add cottage cheese: Remove from the oven and top the filling with Kalona SuperNatural Cottage Cheese, spreading it evenly across the surface.
6. Final bake: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cottage cheese is warmed through and lightly golden.
7. Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes. Use a fork to scrape and mix the spaghetti squash strands with the vegetable and cheese topping. Serve warm and enjoy!
Perfect For Any Occasion
This Simple Baked Spaghetti Squash works beautifully as a hearty vegetarian main course, a satisfying side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck contribution. It’s naturally gluten-free and packed with vegetables—a feel-good meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. The combination of sweet cherry tomatoes, earthy spinach, savory French Onion Dip, and creamy cottage cheese creates layers of flavor in every forkful.
Tips for Success:
- Choose a squash that sits flat on your cutting board for easier, safer cutting
- Don’t skip the olive oil and seasoning on the squash itself—it adds important flavor
- Feel free to add extra veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini
- Leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven
This recipe proves that eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. With quality ingredients and minimal prep work, you can create a nourishing meal that celebrates the simple goodness of organic, minimally processed dairy and fresh vegetables from small family farms.
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