Whoever thought the words “sinful” and “decadent” would accompany a spaghetti squash recipe? But oh my goodness, Sinfully Decadent Spaghetti Squash Bake is the perfect description. It’s over the top and definitely something to be consumed with lots of people around. You don’t want leftovers because you will eat them all. Don’t ask me how I know this.
If you are looking for the PERFECT side dish to serve with your holiday ham, look no further. This is the absolute end all of recipes. It’s sweet and the texture is perfect. In fact, most people won’t even know they are eating squash. And, as an aside, it’s gluten free, meatless and has kid-approved status at my house. It’s CRAZY GOOD, as in, “I can’t believe Spaghetti Squash” could taste this way”. Like ever.
I was thinking, do most people know what spaghetti squash looks like? Here is a shot of the whole squash as well as an inside view after you slice it in half lengthwise. Those inside seeds need to be scraped out with a large spoon before baking.
If you have never cooked spaghetti squash before, you are in for a treat. The “spaghetti” part happens after baking the squash in the oven. Once the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape the squash flesh, creating spaghetti-like strands. It’s super easy and uniquely satisfying. Everyone at my house wants to do this part…I know, we’re weird.
I also sauteed finely chopped apples in butter, cinnamon and sugar. This gives another layer of texture and sweetness to this dish.
I promise you will be amazed at how good this tastes. It’s so addicting I can’t even be around the leftovers. Overall great flavor and texture, no one will believe you made this from squash. No. One.
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Judith - Texas says
I have prepared Spaghetti Squash before and just added some butter and seasonings – tasty but not anything special. Your recipe sounds delish and I plan on serving it Christmas, along with your recipe for ham baked with Coke and Rum; this has become my go-to recipe.
Thanks for sharing,
Cathy says
I can’t wait for you to try it. Please let us know what you thought.
Lea Ann (Cooking on The Ranch) says
Well I am looking for something to serve with my ham …… this does sound sinful and decadent. I was surprised at all those wonderful ingredients. So many good things.
Cathy says
Lean Ann you will not be disappointed.
kristy @ the wicked noodle says
Well dagnabbit, you’ve sold me on this one! If I can get my kids to eat spaghetti squash (and by “kids” I mean my husband 😉 then I’m willing to give this a shot!
Cathy says
They won’t know it’s spaghetti squash. It pretty much tastes like dessert. It’s crazy good.
Rachel Means says
This looks ridiculously tasty! Thank you for all your wonderful recipes!
Erica {Coffee & Quinoa} says
This looks great! And very unexpected. I love spaghetti squash – and I agree, it’s fun to scrape it into strands 🙂
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
I’ve actually never cooked with spaghetti squash before so I am super stoked to try this out this weekend!
Karly says
Ooh, I just discovered spaghetti squash this year and I can’t get enough. This sounds perfect!
And my favorite part is scraping the strands out too. I must be weird too! 🙂
NancyC says
Yum! I don’t have many recipes that use spaghetti squash, so this is great!
Patty says
Sinful and decadent ok what’s in it??? and where do I get some???? Love the title of your recipe and love spaghetti squash so this is going on my to make list;-)
Rachel @ The Pescetarian and the Pig says
I saw your blog name included “Pig” and I had to come check out your site! I’m glad I did 🙂 This spaghetti squash sounds absolutely amazing. I would love to try it out on my family!
Michael says
Sound so go we may have it today if my wife wins Bingo…..
gabriela says
it looks tasty… I love spaghetti squash. I will try it.
Rose Martine says
This was absolutely amazing, thank you for the recipe.