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    Home » Farm To Table » Parmesan, Spinach, Bacon Spaghetti Squash Boat

    Parmesan, Spinach, Bacon Spaghetti Squash Boat

    Posted on May 8, 2017 By Beth Neels

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    These Spaghetti Squash Boats are super easy and delicious! I mean seriously, Parmesan Cheese, Bacon, Toasted Walnuts and Spinach? Who wouldn’t like them?……….

    Parmesan, Spinach, Bacon Spaghetti Squash Boats

    A few weeks ago, I made these for friends who came over. Now, granted, I probably should have stuck with canned corn, but I decided to be brave!

    Spaghetti Squash Spinach and Bacon Boats 2

    Anyone who knows me knows I would not be caught serving canned corn to guests. This particular weekend I had a couple with their two children. The Mom and I texted back and forth because her family has some particularly picky eaters. We decided that her whole gang liked chicken, so I ran with that.


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    Now I just had to come up with some sides. Mind you, I wanted to roast the chickens on the grill since it had been 80°F the prior weekend, but alas, it ended up being 50°F with a stiff Northwest wind coming directly off of frigid Lake Ontario. So, go to plan “B”. One in the oven (we needed the heat anyway), one in the slow cooker.

    I do digress, back to the squash. I had a beautiful spaghetti squash in the frig, so I thought, well, if I put enough cheese and bacon in the squash, maybe someone would eat it!

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    This squash was simply amazing! Even the Dad, who is one of the picky eaters (as far and veggies and fruits go) loved it! Score!

    The other added bonus? It only about 20 minutes active time! Couldn’t be easier! I even bought another squash this week so I could make it again! Her is another quick and easy vegetable side, Broccoli Salad!

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    Spaghetti Squash, Parmesan, Bacon Boats on metal baking tray with spinach and walnuts

    Parmesan, Spinach, Bacon Spaghetti Squash Boat

    Easy delicious side dish to enjoy with any meal!
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    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 190kcal
    Author: Beth Neels
    Cost: $4

    Ingredients

    • 1 spaghetti squash
    • 1 c Parmesan cheese
    • 6 oz pkg. baby spinach
    • 4 slices bacon
    • 1/2 c onion, diced
    • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/4 c. chopped pecans or walnuts

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half.
    • Place cut side down on a baking tray. Bake for 40-50 minutes until soft.
    • Meanwhile slice bacon width wise into strips. Add to a frying pan and saute' until the bacon is crispy and brown. Then remove bacon to a paper towel and drain.
    • Saute' onion until translucent in a tablespoon of the bacon grease. Add garlic and saute' until soft.
    • Allow squash to cool enough for you to handle. Once squash is cool shred with two forks to form the 'spaghetti'.
    • Once you remove the squash, toast the walnuts in the oven for about 5 minutes, turn and toast another 5 minutes.
    • Mix spaghetti, and all the rest of the ingredients, except nuts in a large bowl.
    • Once mixed, place the squash mixture in one side of the squash skin. 
    • Bake squash long enough to heat through, about 15 minutes. 
    • Sprinkle with the toasted walnuts and serve hot.
    non stick baking sheet
    cast iron frying pan 8"
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    Notes

    Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days.
    Reheat in microwave or, covered, in 350°F oven for about 20 minutes, until hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 329mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2235IU | Vitamin C: 9.5mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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    Comments

    1. Patty

      June 14, 2017 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! Looks so tasty and full of flavors, Oh I’m so hungry right now, feed me Beth! 🙂

      Reply
    2. Gabby

      May 23, 2017 at 3:47 am

      5 stars
      You know I love this one! I’ve made it more than once now given we’re heading into winter and I love it more every time. So does my husband and I practically have to sneak vegetables into him!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 23, 2017 at 10:55 am

        Haha! I have to do the same with mine! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing on Facebook and Instagram, too, Gabby!

        Reply
    3. [email protected]

      May 18, 2017 at 4:07 pm

      I’ve always been a little on the fence about spaghetti squash. It’s ok, but it doesn’t blow me away. Now, adding cheese and bacon (and spinach, because I love spinach)? THAT’S got me interested. Sounds like an amazing recipe!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 18, 2017 at 7:37 pm

        I agree Sean, It’s rather flavorless without the cheese, bacon and spinach! Or drowned in sauce! Thanks for your comment!

        Reply
    4. Quinn Caudill

      May 11, 2017 at 11:09 am

      Wow this must be bursting with flavor. What great way to eat squash!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 11, 2017 at 11:31 am

        It is very tasty! Thank you for your comment, Quinn!

        Reply
    5. Shumaila

      May 11, 2017 at 11:09 am

      Love the idea of that filling- no wonder the picky eaters also loved it!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 11, 2017 at 11:32 am

        Yes, they are a hard bunch to please! Thanks for your comment, Shumailia!

        Reply
    6. Ellen

      May 11, 2017 at 11:02 am

      This looks delicious and so very flavorful. I love the addition of the walnuts. Add for a great texture.

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 11, 2017 at 11:33 am

        Thanks, Ellen! The walnuts gave it a great crunch and nutty flavor, lol!

        Reply
    7. Lindsay @ The Live-In Kitchen

      May 11, 2017 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      Always looking for more spaghetti squash recipes!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 11, 2017 at 11:33 am

        Thanks, Lindsay! I love to cook spaghetti squash too!

        Reply
    8. Kathi

      May 11, 2017 at 10:43 am

      Spaghetti squash is a new fave around here…and with bacon? yes please!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 11, 2017 at 11:34 am

        True, Kathi. How can you go wrong with bacon?

        Reply
    9. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy

      May 10, 2017 at 1:21 pm

      5 stars
      I love this type of squash. Lots of delicious flavours stuffed in here. Great for dinner any night of the week, and hey make lots for leftovers too.

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 10, 2017 at 3:14 pm

        Leftovers are key! I love not having to cook the next night! Thanks Gloria!

        Reply
    10. Lindsay Cotter

      May 10, 2017 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious! I would totally enjoy this even as a main dish besides being a great side dish! You can never go wrong with cheese and bacon filled veggies! hehe

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 10, 2017 at 3:13 pm

        Excellent point! It totally ruins the health food aspect of the vege but you still can’t beat it! 🙂 Thanks Lindsay!

        Reply
    11. Rebecca

      May 10, 2017 at 11:06 am

      love everything in these boats! YUM!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 10, 2017 at 11:56 am

        Thanks,Rebecca! I do too, but the sum of the parts is fantastic!

        Reply
    12. Marianne | Basil & Bubbly

      May 10, 2017 at 10:58 am

      5 stars
      Although I’d definitely eat spaghetti squash “plain” ( which really translates to cooked with a little EVOO and salt and pepper haha ), you’re absolutely right about the bacon and cheese — even my husband would it it like that! YUM!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 10, 2017 at 11:55 am

        I to would eat it ‘plain’ but it is really good like this! Thanks, Marianne!

        Reply
    13. Iryna

      May 09, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      You can’t go wrong with this combination of ingredients. Looks like a really delicious meal.

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 09, 2017 at 5:31 pm

        That is very true, Iryna! How can you go wrong with bacon and cheese!

        Reply
    14. Kristina - Love & Zest

      May 09, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      This looks amazing. I can already tell this is going to be a great weeknight dinner addition!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 09, 2017 at 5:32 pm

        It is very tasty and certainly easy enough for a weeknight. The squash can be microwaved too to speed that process up!

        Reply
    15. Oriana from Mommy's Home Cooking

      May 09, 2017 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      Spinach and bacon? That sounds like an amazing combination! I love spaghetti squash so I am bookmarking your recipe to try soon.

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 09, 2017 at 5:33 pm

        Thank you for your comment, Oriana! Shoot me a picture when you try it!

        Reply
    16. Platter Talk

      May 09, 2017 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful recipe! Going to try this recipe ASAP. The ingredient and flavor combos are great.

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 09, 2017 at 12:16 pm

        Thank you Dan! I appreciate the five star review, too!

        Reply
    17. Elaine

      May 08, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy. I love all the different ways we can eat spaghetti squash. This version looks so yummy Beth!! Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Binky

        May 09, 2017 at 5:35 pm

        Thank you, Elaine! You’re the best, my friend!!

        Reply

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