Vegetarian Soup With Spaghetti Squash Noodles Recipes

VEGETARIAN SOUP WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH NOODLES

Steps:

• Place squash skin side up (one half at a time), on microwave-safe dish; cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH 10-12 min, until tender. Let stand 10-15 min, until cool enough to handle. Carefully remove wrap to avoid steam.
• Run tines of fork lengthwise over squash to loosen spaghetti-like strands; scoop out strands; set aside.
• While squash microwaves, heat large stockpot on MEDIUM-HIGH; add oil and mirepoix. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 min, until softened. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook, stirring, about 2 min, until vegetables start to brown. Stir in tomatoes; simmer 8-10 minute.
• Add vegetable stock; simmer 20 minutes. Stir in squash and thyme; season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minute Add spinach; stir 1-2 min until wilted.

VEGETARIAN SOUP WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH NOODLES

Steps:

• Prepare spaghetti squash and set aside the "noodles". While squash is cooking, spray a soup pot with Pam and add chopped onions, carrots and celery. Add spices of your choice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (just a few minutes). Add garlic, mushrooms, again cooking and stirring for a few minutes until softened. Stir in tomatoes, stock, and simmer for about 45 to 60 minutes. Stir in squash "noodles". Add spinach and stir until wilted, just a couple minutes. Makes 6 servings.