Spaghetti Squash Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Scoop seed from squash.
2. 2
   Place halves, cut-side-down in 1/2 inch water in a 9 x 13 baking dish.
3. 3
   bake in preheated 350° oven 35 to 40 minutes, until squash is tender.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, in a medium skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat.
5. 5
   Saute ham, onion and garlic until onion is soft.
6. 6
   Add snow peas and red pepper. Saute 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. 7
   Remove from heat. In a large bowl beat eggs with cheese until blended.
8. 8
   Turn cooked squash halves cut-side-up. With fork pull out strands of squash. Work carefully so as not to tear the squash shell.
9. 9
   Add hot squash to egg mixture. Toss well.
10. 10
    Add warm ham-vegetable mixture.
11. 11
    Toss well. Spoon squash into shell. Serve with freshly ground black pepper, if desired.
12. 12
    Makes 2 servings.