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Cacio e Pepe Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash used to make Cacio e Pepe. YES PLEASE!!!! This was buttery, creamy and of course a little spicy!!! Cuts calories and will make you smile!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Keyword: Squash
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

Ingredients

  • 1 Spaghetti Squash Roast Squash
  • 1 Head Roasted Garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ground Pepper Or less for taste
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • ½ Cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt Or to taste

Instructions

  • Roast Squash as described above
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • Heat Olive Oil in Large Sauté Pan. Add Pepper, Salt, and Roasted Garlic.
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • Heat until it has a wonderful armor. About a minute or two
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • Add ½ Cup of Water
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • The sauce will thicken. Remove from heat
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • Gently toss in the Cheese. Taste to make sure it has enough salt.
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash
  • Enjoy!!!!!
    Cacio E Pepe Spaghetti Squash

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 534mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Vitamin C: 7.3mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 1.1mg