Spaghetti Squash with Mushrooms, Spinach, and Goat Cheese

Step 1

Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Cut* spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the inside with 1 Tbsp of olive oil, then rub to evenly coat. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and prick the outside with a fork.

Step 2

Roast: Roast for about 30 minutes, or until fork tender but still a little firm. When finished, flip over and allow to cool enough to touch.

Step 3

Mushrooms: Meanwhile clean and slice mushrooms into ¼ inch thick slices. In a large bowl, stir together remaining oil, soy, maple, and liquid smoke. Stir in the mushrooms, tossing to evenly coat. Transfer to a large saute pan and cook over high until soft and lightly browned, about 10 minutes (drain excess water while cooking if needed to help them brown).

Step 4

Wine + Spinach: With the heat still on, add the wine to the pan of mushrooms, stirring until it evaporates. Add the spinach, stirring until it wilts down. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Spaghettify: Use a fork to scrape strands from the inside of the spaghetti squash. (If serving in the shells, leave about ¼ inch of flesh in the squash to support your bowls.)

Step 6

Assemble: Add spaghetti squash noodles and goat cheese to the pan of mushrooms, stirring to evenly combine. Serve warm, topped with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.