How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

Wash and cut 1-inch off the top and bottom of the squash. Then cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise.

Using a spoon, scrape out the seeds.

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Place on baking sheet, cut side down and pierce with a fork several times.

Roast in oven, cut side down, for 40-50 minutes based on the size. Flip over and let cool for just a bit. Once lightly cooled, gently scrape strands of the squash with a fork, which should look similar to al dente pasta.