Sunday Startup Squash

Directions

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   You can cook the spaghetti squash a couple of ways.
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   To save on time, bring a large amount (enough to cover the squash) of water to a boil.
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   Gently lower in the spaghetti squash and cook for about 30 minutes or until a fork goes easily into the flesh.
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   Remove from the water and let it cool.
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   Or you can bake the squash.
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   To do so, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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   Set the squash on a baking sheet and prick it with a pot fork or slender long knife so the skin doesn't burst.
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   Bake anywhere from 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours, depending upon its size.
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   Let cool a bit.
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    Either way you cook the squash, split it down the middle and remove the seeds.
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    With a fork rub the squash flesh until it separates into spaghettilike strands.
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    To serve it simply, reheat it in olive oil or butter, season with salt and pepper and fold in grated cheese or serve it more as a main course with more ample toppings.
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    (See recipes below).
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    Garnish with olives.