Spaghetti Squash with Italian Sausage, Broccoli, and Sage

Ingredients

• 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh sage, diced

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Brush the cut sides of the spaghetti squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Place the squash cut side down onto a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
6. Add the broccoli and sage to the skillet and cook until the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes.
7. Once the spaghetti squash is done, remove from the oven and scrape the squash strands out with a fork. Add the strands to the skillet with the sausage and vegetables and mix to combine.
8. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Spaghetti squash is a great low-carb alternative to pasta.
• Italian sausage is a great source of protein.
• Fresh sage is an aromatic herb that adds flavor to many dishes.