Spaghetti Switch Hitters

One of my favorite things to do in the kitchen is take a family favorite dish and re-create it into a healthier, more nutritious meal option that we all can enjoy. Cooking for picky-eaters is a challenge- I can relate! When you find a recipe that disguises vegetables, closely resembles a classic they love and tastes good- we call that a home run. In our house, this recipe is at the top of the batting list.

I have a lot of kitchen gadgets, tools and dishes that I adore- my muffin tin is at the top of the list. You simply can’t go wrong cooking with a muffin tin! It’s a simple solution to decrease cooking time as well as help with portion control with a variety of dishes and casseroles that are easy to over indulge on. I also have a theory that all foods made in a muffin tin come out cute- even my meatloaf. *More evidence to support this theory in the future.

These Spaghetti and Meatball Cups are a great weeknight recipe that can be put on the table in 30 minutes or less. By substituting spaghetti squash for pasta noodles you’ll be slashing calories as well as adding a serving of vegetables (and the crown goes wild).

Step up to the plate and take a swing at re-inventing your family’s favorite not-so-healthy meal. You never know when you’ll hit a grand slam!

Here’s one of mine- share yours with us!