Spaghetti Squash With Red Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 lbs spaghetti squash (about 1 medium)
2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup green pepper, diced
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup red onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
parmesan cheese, Grated (optional)

Preparation

Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds.
Place squash, cut side down, on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 14-16 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute tomatoes, mushrooms, green pepper, carrot, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper in oil for 6-8 minutes or until tender.
Add tomato sauce; heat through.
When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Place squash on a serving platter and top with sauce.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.