Those little red mitts that come with the IP? Hand savers! I use these when scraping out the spaghetti squash as it is super hot and soft; it falls apart easily so you end up burning your hands (when you're in a hurry) I shared this recipe a few months ago - here it is again
The steam function on the IP is perfect for Spaghetti Squash. There was no waste! The strands just fell out of the cups. I used a fork to pull them out.
I put a cup of water in, (you can add pinch of salt also but my add ins added enough salt) ; added the rack, cut the squash in half and scooped out seeds. (some people put the whole squash in but I like to get the seeds out ahead of time so I don't have to fish them out afterwards)
Lay the squash cut side facing down (facing water)(because you want it to drain) - lock lid, make sure pressure vent is closed; select steam for 7 minutes, I let it natural release for 5 because I was busy with the other dish and then quick release. I used tongs to quickly pull each half out in to the dish as they were so soft - they would have fallen off quickly; let sit for a few minutes and then tip the half and scrape out the strands with a fork. I then emptied the water in IP and turned on saute function; I added a couple pieces of bacon and cooked till crisp - pulled those out - or you can add a few Tbsp s of butter -- add a few sliced mushrooms, chopped scallions, etc to the IP ; turn off IP; added the squash to all of this and crumbled the bacon on top; immediately pour in to a bowl - added Parmesan cheese.
Very very happy with this
As always, play with the time. Find what works for you
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