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    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Mushrooms are a quick and easy way to add some savory flavor to a big pile of spaghetti-squash “noodles” – add some fatty-salty pancetta and a (dairy-free) cream sauce, and it only gets better!

    Pancetta is a type of Italian cured pork; you should be able to find it near the bacon and cured salami. Just make sure to check the labels to make sure the ingredients are OK.

    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

    For the mushrooms, I’d suggest shiitakes, but if there’s something else in season, go for it: fresh mushrooms are always a pleasure. Whatever type you pick, they add a nice savory richness to the sauce: spaghetti squash is so mild-tasting that it’s good to have a sauce with a little more body.

    To make a full meal out of this, you could always add some chicken to the mushroom sauce or just serve it as a side for another main dish. Grilled or baked chicken (or turkey!) would be perfect or try it out with a nice steak if you're up for something richer.

    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe

    SERVES: 4 PREP: 15 min COOK: 30 min

    Ingredients

    • 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded;
    • 4 oz. pancetta, chopped;
    • 1¼ cup Shiitake mushrooms, chopped;
    • 1 onion, chopped;
    • 3 cloves of garlic, minced;
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper;

    Ingredients for the creamy sauce

    • 1 cup coconut milk;
    • 2 tbsp. ghee or butter;
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced;
    • 1 tsp. onion powder;
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano;
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper;
    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. Preheat your oven to 350 F.
    2. Place the spaghetti squash, cut side down, on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
    3. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a saucepan placed over medium-low heat. Heat until thickened, whisking the whole time, and set aside.
    4. Place a skillet over medium heat, melt some cooking fat in it and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
    5. Add the pancetta as well as the mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are soft.
    6. Add the creamy sauce to the skillet, give everything a good stir, and adjust the seasoning.
    7. Use a fork or spoon to scoop the stringy flesh from the squash.
    8. Serve the squash with creamy mushroom sauce on top.
    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe

    Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe

    A flavor-packed mushroom sauce served over a big pile of Paleo noodles: enjoy it as a side dish or add some protein for a main course.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 417 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 spaghetti squash halved lengthwise and seeded
    • 4 oz. pancetta chopped
    • 1¼ cup Shiitake mushrooms chopped
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 3 cloves of garlic minced
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Ingredients for the creamy sauce

    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • 2 tbsp. ghee or butter
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 tsp. onion powder
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350 F.
    • Place the spaghetti squash, cut side down, on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
      1 spaghetti squash
    • Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a saucepan placed over medium-low heat. Heat until thickened, whisking the whole time, and set aside.
      1 onion, 1 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp. ghee or butter, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp. dried oregano, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Place a skillet over medium heat, melt some cooking fat in it and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
      3 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp. onion powder
    • Add the pancetta as well as the mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are soft.
      4 oz. pancetta, 1¼ cup Shiitake mushrooms
    • Add the creamy sauce to the skillet, give everything a good stir, and adjust the seasoning.
      Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Use a fork or spoon to scoop the stringy flesh from the squash.
    • Serve the squash with creamy mushroom sauce on top.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 9gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 246mgPotassium: 739mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 322IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 4mg
    Keyword creamy, mushroom, spaghetti squash
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    Filed Under: Paleo Pork Recipes, Paleo Recipes, Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: fast prep, cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, Paleo Autoimmune-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Budget-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Dinner Recipes, Paleo Kid-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

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