Spaghetti Squash With Tomatoes & Basil
- 2 lbs spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 2 cups thinly sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaf, plus additional sprigs for garnish
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or 1/4 cup goat cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- Put squash halves cut side down in a 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of water; cover the dish securely with plastic wrap.
- Using a sharp knife, cut four slits in plastic to serve as steams vents.
- Cook in microwave on the high setting for 12 minutes, rotating dish halfway through, until squash is soft when touched.
- Let stand, covered,3 to 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, toss together all remaining ingredients except pinenuts;set aside.
- While the squash is still warm, use a fork to scrape out the flesh; it will part into spaghetti like strands.
- Add to tomato mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with toasted pine nuts and slivered basil sprigs, if desired.
tomatoes, fresh basil leaf, goat cheese, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, fresh ground black pepper, nuts
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spaghetti-squash-with-tomatoes-basil-67133 (may not work)