Herbed Spaghetti Squash - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (3 lb.)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 clove minced garlic
1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried whole basil
1 Tbsp. minced fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried whole oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Pierce squash 6 to 8 times with a fork.
Place squash in a layer of paper towel in the microwave; microwave, uncovered, on High 15 minutes or until soft to touch, turning squash over every 5 minutes.
Let stand 5 minutes.
Combine oil and garlic in a large bowl; microwave on High 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
Stir in basil, oregano, salt and pepper.
Cut squash in half; remove seeds.
Using a fork, remove spaghetti like strands.
Combine squash and oil mixture; toss gently.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.