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Servings: 6

Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Casserole

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Ingredients 

  • 2 large spaghetti squash, around 3-4 lb each
  • 2 Tbsps avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef, bison, turkey, or pork (or any combo)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 x 24 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh ground or shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup freshly shredded cheese like mozzarella, Colby Jack, or cheddar

Instructions 

  • Preheat your oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup afterwards.
  • Carefully cut both of your spaghetti squash in half lengthwise using a very sharp large chef’s knife, scoop out the seeds (I use an ice cream scoop to make this easier) and place, cut side up, on your baking sheet.
  • Brush all insides lightly with 1 Tablespoon of oil and season lightly with sea salt and pepper. Flip your squash cut side down onto your baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes.
  • Once the squash is finished roasting, remove from the oven and carefully flip them back up like a boat. Use a fork to lightly scrape and loosen the 'spaghetti' strands from the inside of each squash. Let cool slightly.
  • Heat the remaining 1 Tablespoon of oil in a skillet and cook the beef until it starts to brown. Drain and remove any excess grease. Sprinkle it with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, sea salt and pepper.
  • While your beef cooks, place the marinara sauce and cottage cheese in a blender and blend together until creamy.
  • Pour this creamy sauce over your cooked beef, stir to combine well.
  • To assemble your casserole, scoop the fleshy noodles out of the spaghetti squash; Divide it in half. Use the first half to layer your lasagna casserole dish. Drizzle with half of the beef sauce then sprinkle with 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Repeat the layers finishing the top with your remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake at 375 degrees f. for 25 minutes, or until bubbly.
  • Enjoy it while it's hot.
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