You have to try this delicious spaghetti squash recipe. It’s an easy alternative to regular pasta and a great low-carb option. We love making ours into Lasagna! The flavor will surprise you - and the ground sausage adds just the right amount of richness!

Recipe:

Roast 1 large or 2 small Spaghetti Squash
(Slice in half and remove seeds, season with olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake in oven at 400 for 40min)

Cook on Stovetop:
1 lb Ground Beef
1/2 lb Ground sausage
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Add 28oz pasta sauce after cooked

Combine separately in bowl:
15oz Ricotta cheese
2 Eggs
3/4 Cup Parmesan
1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning

Shred 8oz Mozzarella Cheese

Make 2 Layers in a 9x13 pan:
Spaghetti Squash
Ricotta Cheese mixture
Meat Sauce
Mozzarella Cheese

Bake 350 for 35-40 minutes

Makes 8 Servings: Calories: 486, Fat: 36, Carbs: 10g, Fiber: 2g (Net Carbs 8), Protein: 31g

The Keto Dad Tips and Tricks:

Bake the spaghetti squash in the oven, microwave or cook in a pressure cooker
If the squash is too hard to cut, pierce in a few places and microwave for a 2-3 minutes.
Freezes and reheats easily!
The majority of carbs are from the Spaghetti Squash and ricotta cheese. With the higher protein and carb count, it may fit better into a flexible lifestyle.

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