Spaghetti Squash Italiano

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   Pierce squash several times with tip of sharp knife or fork to allow steam to escape.

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   Place squash in shallow microwaveable dish.

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   Microwave on HIGH 10 to 15 min.

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   or just until squash is softened, turning every 5 min.

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   Set aside.

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   Heat oven to 475 degrees F. Crumble sausage into large nonstick skillet; cook on medium-high heat 2 min.

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   or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.

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   Stir in onions; cook and stir 5 min.

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   Add peppers and garlic; cook 5 min., stirring occasionally.

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    Cut squash in half; remove and discard seeds.

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    Scoop out squash strands.

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    Add to sausage mixture; mix lightly.

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    Stir in pasta sauce.

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    Spoon into 2-qt.

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    casserole sprayed with cooking spray; cover.

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    Bake 20 to 25 min.

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    or until heated through.

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    Meanwhile, combine cheese and parsley.

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    Sprinkle cheese mixture over squash.

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    Bake, uncovered, 5 min.

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    or until cheese is melted.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.