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A golden, bubbly dish of Creamy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin topped with melted Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
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Creamy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 315kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (approximately 3 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and brush the flesh with olive oil.
  • Place the squash cut-side down on the baking sheet and roast for 40 minutes until the skin is easily pierced with a fork.
  • Remove squash from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  • Scrape the squash into strands using a fork and place them in a colander for 5 minutes to drain excess moisture.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Transfer the drained squash strands to a greased 1.5-quart baking dish.
  • Add half of the Parmesan and Gruyère cheeses to the squash and toss to combine.
  • Pour the cream mixture over the squash and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.