How to Use spaghetti squash in a Sentence

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  • Stir in the basil and serve over the roasted spaghetti squash.
    — Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2020
  • Pierce the spaghetti squash with a fork a couple of times on each side.
    — Maya Wilson, Alaska Dispatch News, 13 Oct. 2017
  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
    — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
  • Poke spaghetti squash all over with knife; place in large microwave-safe dish.
    — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 24 Feb. 2017
  • Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise.
    — C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Eat as a side dish, add to salads, or toss with spaghetti squash paired with fresh basil.
    — Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 8 Aug. 2019
  • The basis for any spaghetti squash recipe starts with roasting.
    — Susan Russo, sandiegouniontribune.com, 23 Oct. 2017
  • Frozen spaghetti squash can last up to eight months when stored properly.
    — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
  • Cut your spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, and use a spoon to remove its seeds.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
  • Put one spaghetti squash half, cut side down in a microwave-safe casserole dish.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 20 Sep. 2021
  • When cooler weather sets in, spaghetti squash recipes reign supreme.
    — Christopher Michel, Country Living, 12 May 2022
  • Add a small amount of yellow squash and zucchini on top of the spaghetti squash.
    — Nancy Miller, The Courier-Journal, 26 Sep. 2017
  • Remove seeds with a spoon and rake the spaghetti squash with a fork into a serving bowl.
    — Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Place spaghetti squash on a sheet pan fitted with parchment paper.
    — Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Think of spaghetti squash as more of a canvas than the actual painting.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 19 Oct. 2020
  • Layer 6 pieces of the zucchini and squash around the spaghetti squash.
    — Nancy Miller, The Courier-Journal, 26 Sep. 2017
  • Order a chicken plate with spaghetti squash pesto and veggies from a nearby spot.
    — R29 Team, Refinery29, 22 Sep. 2025
  • The fiber in spaghetti squash can help manage blood sugar and prevent large blood sugar spikes.
    — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2026
  • When whole spaghetti squash is cooked, the flesh comes out in ribbons resembling pasta.
    — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 13 Jan. 2021
  • Use as a warm or chilled topping for anything from greens and veggies to spaghetti squash and sweet potatoes.
    — Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 7 June 2019
  • Don’t substitute it for a squash or pumpkin that has stringy flesh like spaghetti squash or field pumpkin.
    — Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • This recipe can also be made with butternut squash, spaghetti squash or pumpkin.
    — Anita Jaisinghani, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
  • For serious inspo, check out this sautéed chickpeas and spaghetti squash bowl.
    — Women's Health, 25 May 2023
  • Expect to find more pasta options in the store made from spaghetti squash, hearts of palm, and even green bananas.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2022
  • Poke holes all over spaghetti squash; microwave on High 15 minutes.
    — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 5 Jan. 2016
  • Our easy 4-ingredient recipe only needs an egg to help bind the spaghetti squash crust.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2021
  • Bake until the spaghetti squash is cooked through, about 30 to 45 minutes.
    — Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, 21 Feb. 2018
  • To keep those strands intact, cut the spaghetti squash into halves across the middle of its belly, then scoop out the seeds.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 27 Sep. 2021
  • This style of chili is often served over pasta, but here spaghetti squash stands in for the regular spaghetti.
    — Washington Post, 5 Feb. 2022
  • In another starter, a small pile of spaghetti squash was given some flavor with a spinach-tarragon sauce.
    — Polly Campbell, Cincinnati.com, 9 Feb. 2018

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