Spaghetti Squash with Meat Ragu (Paleo recipe)

Spaghetti Squash with Meat Ragu

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Servings: 8 • Size: 1 cup squash, scant 3/4 cup sauce Fat: 3 g • Carb: 19 g • Fiber: 3 g • Protein: 14 g • Sugar: 8 g

Sodium: 263 mg (without the salt) • Cholesterol: 40 g

Found a fantastic PALEO spaghetti squash recipe on one of my favorite recipe websites, including the sauce :) Hope you guys enjoy!



Ingredients:

• 8 cups cooked spaghetti squash (from 2 medium, about 6 lbs total)
• salt and fresh pepper, to taste

For the Meat sauce:

• 1 tsp butter
• 1 tsp olive oil 
• (4 oz) 1/2 onion, finely chopped 
• 1 carrot, peeled and chopped  
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 
• 1 lb 95% lean beef  
• 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes (I prefer Tuttorosso)  
• 1/4 cup white wine (yes, you can leave this out if you dont drink wine) 
• 1 bay leaf 
• salt and fresh pepper, to taste


Directions:


Preheat oven to 400ºF. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and membrane. Season with salt and bake about 1 hour, or longer if needed on a baking sheet, cut side up.


If you prefer the microwave, cut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds and fibers and place on a microwave safe dish and cover. Microwave 8-9 minutes or until soft.


In a large deep sauté pan, melt butter and add oil. Add onions, celery and carrots and sauté on medium-low for about 3 to 4 minutes, until soft. Add the beef and season with salt. Brown the meat and cook, breaking it into smaller pieces with your spoon until cooked trhough. When cooked, add the tomatoes and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Add wine and simmer until it reduces a bit, then add bay leaf and cover, reducing heat to low. Simmer at least an hour, stirring occasionally.


When spaghetti squash is cooked, let it cool for about 10 minutes. When cool, use a fork to remove flesh, which will come out in spaghetti looking strands. Keep covered and set aside keeping warm until sauce is ready. Serve topped with meat sauce and grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

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Clean Eating French Toast Recipe

Clean Eating French Toast

Serves 2

Calories- 166 per serving

Fat- 2g per serving

Ingredients:

• 3 egg whites
• 1/4 cup skim milk
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 slices whole-grain bread
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 cup berries
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)

Directions:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, blend egg whites, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Place bread in batter one slice at a time and let soak for 1 minute per side.
2. Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add bread and let cook about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove to a plate and top with berries, honey, sugar, and chia seeds, if desired.