Help with spaghetti squash

[Jen500]

I cut it in half, scooped the seeds out, and baked in the oven for an hour. It just seems soft but solid. I can't make any spaghetti strings. What am I doing wrong?

[eternalknot]

Maybe the squash was a bit hard to begin with? In which case it might still need a bit of cooking time. I've had a few that cooked for 60 minutes at 375 and still weren't tender. I turned it up to 400, and let it cook for another 30 minutes, checking at 10 minute intervals.

 

I don't know if you added a small bit of water to the pan, but the steam action usually helps and will keep the cooktime to the usual 60 or so minutes.

[LibrarianMom]

Spaghetti squash does great in the microwave.

[Jenny in Atl]

Ya, about an half an inch of water at the bottom of the pan is a must. Set the squash cut side down so the steam rises up into the cavity. We love it here... low carb and gluten free!

[Jennifer in MI]

Agreeing with the water. I usually cook mine in the microwave - stick half of it in a pan with 1/2 inch of water and cover. It always takes a lot longer than I think it will!

 

But, it's worth the wait!!!

[Jen500]

I cooked it longer. Not bad, two of the kids tried it. :) Next time I'll add some water (it did seem a little dry) and turn the halves upside down.

And I didn't realize I should use a fork to scrape it out...I was using a spoon at first.

[gardening momma]

I cook mine in a big pot of water on the stove. I cut them in half, scoop the seeds and poke some holes in the outside with the tip of a sharp knife. I don't remember how long it took.