PF Kitchen: Cheesy Spinach-&-Artichoke Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

PF Kitchen: Cheesy Spinach-&-Artichoke Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients

• 1 (2 ½ to 3 pound) spaghetti squash, cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed 


• 3 tablespoons water, divided 


• 1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach 


• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped 


• 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed and softened 


• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 


• ¼ teaspoon salt 


• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 


• Crushed red pepper & chopped fresh basil for garnish 


Directions

1. Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400°F until tender, 40 to 50 minutes.) 


2. Meanwhile, combine spinach and the remaining 1 tablespoon water in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. 


3. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. 


4. Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into the bowl. Place the shells on a baking sheet. Stir artichoke 
hearts, cream cheese, 1⁄4 cup Parmesan, salt and pepper into the squash mixture. Divide it between the squash shells and top with the remaining 1⁄4 cup Parmesan. Broil until the cheese is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper and basil, if desired. 


Serving size: 1 ¼ cups

Serves: 4

Per serving: 223 calories

Prep time: 25 min 

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