Spaghetti squash? We know what you’re thinking, there’s no way that a vegetable could remotely compare to your beloved spaghetti. But, with the endless recipe options, this yellow gourd can easily become your favorite carbless dinner.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F, and coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
2. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Tip: If squash is too hard to cut, poke holes throughout, and microwave it for 10 seconds to soften.
3. Place squash, cut-side down, onto the baking sheet, and roast in the oven until tender, for about 35–45 minutes.
4. Remove from the oven, and let it cool.
5. Using a fork, scrape the inside of the flesh to create long strands that resemble spaghetti.

Saucy spaghetti squash mix-ins:

• The traditional: When a spaghetti craving hits, whip up your favorite meat sauce to pour over the squash and you’ll never know the difference.
• The cheesy one: With just a can of Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, and steamed broccoli, you’ll be able to turn your squash into cheesy-goodness.
• The healthy one: For a light sauce full of flavor, add sausage, kale, and sun-dried tomatoes to your squash.
• The veggie-lovers dream: Sauté your favorite veggies for a vegetable ragout that pairs perfectly with your squash.
• The seafood sensation: With squash, shrimp covered in a garlic and lemon juice sauce is a sure bet.