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Spaghetti-Squash Casserole
1 Medium Spaghetti Squash (about 8 inches) 1 Cup Water 1 Tablespoon Butter or Margarine 1 Cup Chopped Onion 2 Garlic Cloves, minced 1/2 Pound Fresh Mushrooms, sliced 1 Teaspoon Dried Basil 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Oregano 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Thyme 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 2 Fresh Tomatoes, diced 1 Cup Ricotta or Cottage Cheese 1 Cup (4 Oz.) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Parsley 1 Cup Dried Bread Crumbs 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan CheeseSlice the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a baking dish. Add water and cover tightly with foil.
Bake at 375 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
Meanwhile, melt butter in skillet. Add the onion, garlic, mushrooms, herbs and seasonings; saute until onion is clear. Add the tomatoes; cook until most of the liquid has evaporated. Set aside.
Scoop out the squash, separating strands with a fork. Combine squash, tomato mixture and all remaining ingredients except Parmesan cheese.
Pour into a greased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or until heated through and top is golden brown. Yields 6 servings
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