First, remove the stem if there is one, and score the squash all the way around it lengthwise.

Place it in a microwave safe bowl like a casserole pan and microwave it on high for 5 minutes. This will soften it enough to be able to cut it easier!

Next, slice off a small piece from the underside. This will help to keep it in place so it doesn’t roll around. Now cut it in half and scrape out the seeds with a metal spoon.

Place the bottom half (the half you sliced off a piece) back in the microwave safe bowl and put 2 tablespoons of water in it. Place the other half on top and microwave on high for 10 minutes.

Once the time is up, remove the top half and set on a cutting board or something similar. It will be very hot so use a pot holder, oven mitten, or just use a fork to remove it. Let the squash cool for several minutes.

When it’s cool enough to handle (I use gloves), scrape out the ‘spaghetti’ using a fork.

While that is cooking, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage and brown it. Be sure to use your wooden spoon or spatula to break it up in small pieces.

After the turkey is completely browned, add 1 cup of tomato sauce. Stir it thoroughly and heat it up, about 2-3 minutes.

Heat the remaining 1 cup of tomato sauce on the stove or in the microwave.

Serve the turkey sausage meat sauce over the spaghetti squash. Add more tomato sauce if needed or desired.

Top with your favorite toppings, like Parmesan cheese and torn fresh basil leaves.