Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 large spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds total)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-ounce) can Hunt's Tomato Sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can Hunt's Tomato Paste
• 1 (15-ounce) can Hunt's Diced Tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 45-60 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out and discard seeds and pulp.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side up on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until flesh is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
5. While the squash is baking, brown ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
6. Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until softened.
7. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
8. Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands.
9. Transfer squash strands to a large bowl and add the meat sauce. Mix well.
10. Fill each squash shell with the spaghetti squash mixture. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
11. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Fat: 15 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and satisfying
• Comforting and warm
• Perfect for a family meal or a casual get-together

User Comments:

• "This dish is a family favorite! It's easy to make and everyone loves it."
• "The Hunt's tomato products really make this dish flavorful and delicious."
• "I love the way the squash strands mimic spaghetti. It's a fun and unique way to serve a classic dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the spaghetti squash, as it can easily get mushy.
• If you don't have spaghetti squash, you can use any other type of winter squash, such as acorn squash or butternut squash.
• To make a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the ground beef and sausage and add extra vegetables to the sauce, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.