Citrus Free Paleo Spaghetti Squash Boats with Meat Sauce
Total time1 hr 10 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time55 min
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4 servings
For the squash
- 2 medium spaghetti squash (about 2 lb each), halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the meat sauce
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the squash halves cut-side up on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush the cut surfaces with 1 tbsp of the olive oil and season with the 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- 2
Flip the squash halves cut-side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 35–40 minutes, until the skin yields easily when pressed and a fork slides through the flesh without resistance.
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