Say goodbye to weeknight dinner stress! When you need a comforting meal in a hurry, this Cheesy Beef and Spaghetti Squash Bowl is your new best friend. Using just a handful of pre-cooked ingredients and your microwave, you can have a warm, savory, and incredibly satisfying dish on the table in under five minutes. It’s packed with rich, kid-pleasing flavors that the whole family will adore.
Ingredients
• 30 g / 2 tbsp 40% heavy cream
• 15 g / 2 tbsp cooked spaghetti squash
• 19 g / 1.5 tbsp cooked 85% lean ground beef, crumbled
• 13.5 g / 1 tbsp Hellmann’s mayonnaise
• 6 g / 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 13 g / 1 tbsp olive oil, divided
• Optional: Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: Pinch of dried parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the heavy cream, cooked spaghetti squash, cooked ground beef, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and about 1 teaspoon (3 g) of the olive oil.
2. Stir everything together until well combined. Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
3. Remove the bowl, stir thoroughly, and continue to heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the sauce has thickened and the meal is heated through.
4. Drizzle the remaining 2 teaspoons (10 g) of olive oil over the top and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
• A Note on Nutrition
• This recipe is designed to be high in healthy fats and very low in carbohydrates, making it an excellent choice for those following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle. The specific nutritional values will vary based on the exact brands of used.
Pro Tips
• Meal prep the spaghetti squash and ground beef over the weekend to make this recipe come together in less than two minutes on busy days.
• For a different flavor profile, stir in a pinch of garlic powder or Italian seasoning with the other before heating.
• Feel free to swap the Parmesan with an equal amount of shredded sharp cheddar or a low-moisture mozzarella for an extra gooey texture.
• For an even creamier sauce, melt in a teaspoon of cream cheese during the heating process.
FAQ
Q: Is this cheesy beef and spaghetti squash recipe keto-friendly
A: Absolutely! This recipe is designed to be high in healthy fats and very low in carbohydrates, making it an excellent and satisfying choice for anyone following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle.
Q: How can I make this recipe even faster for a weeknight dinner
A: The key to making this a super-fast meal is meal prep. Cook your spaghetti squash and 85% lean ground beef over the weekend. With those pre-cooked ingredients, this entire dish comes together in the microwave in under five minutes.
Q: Can I use a different kind of cheese in this spaghetti squash bowl
A: Yes, you can easily customize the cheese. Feel free to swap the Parmesan for an equal amount of shredded sharp cheddar or a low-moisture mozzarella to create an extra gooey and cheesy texture.
Q: What are some easy flavor variations for this dish
A: For a different flavor profile, try stirring in a pinch of garlic powder or Italian seasoning with the other ingredients before heating. For an even creamier sauce, you can also melt in a teaspoon of cream cheese during the heating process.
