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Lunch Box Pesto ~ Spaghetti Squash and a Snack Suggestion

Ingredients
  

  • 1 spaghetti squash
  • Pesto Sauce:
  • 2 C firmly packed fresh basil I leave the stems on
  • 3/4 C grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 C extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 C pine nuts
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 small tomato diced for garnish
  • grated Parmesan for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the squash the rack in the middle level of your oven.
  • Roast for about 1 hour or until a sharp knife slides easily through to the center of the squash.
  • Allow to cool completely.
  • Slice the ends of the squash off and peel the skin of. Discard ends and peel.
  • Slice the squash in half.
  • Carve the core out and remove seeds.
  • Shred the squash strands with two forks or your hands.
  • For the pesto sauce, place all ingredients into a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
  • Pour the pesto sauce over each serving of spaghetti sauce.
  • Top with freshly diced tomato and Parmesan cheese.
  • Any unused portions can be frozen for later use.

Notes

Recipe by: Connie Murray @Happybellyfoodie.com