Spaghetti Squash Gratin Recipe

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and use a spoon to remove seeds and surrounding fiber.

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   Place the squash cut-side down on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake until tender when the flesh is pierced with a fork, about 40 minutes.

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   Set aside to cool.

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   When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a large spoon to scrape the strands from the shell and into a large bowl; set aside.

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   Meanwhile, mix the cheeses together.

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   Grease a 2-quart baking dish.

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   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

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   Whisk in the flour and salt, pepper, and nutmeg and cook, whisking, until the flour smells cooked (like a baked pie crust), about 3 minutes.

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   Slowly pour in the milk while whisking.

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    Reduce heat to medium and continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.

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    Remove from heat and add half the cheese mixture, stirring until melted.

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    Pour the cheese sauce over the squash and stir to combine.

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    Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish.

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    Sprinkle with the remaining cheese mixture and bake until bubbling and brown on top, about 30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.