Score the spaghetti squash along the sides of the squash (where you will cut the squash in half) approximately 1/8-1/4 inch deep.
Then poke the squash in a few places with a knife or dinner fork to allow steam to escape during the cooking of the squash.
Place the squash in a baking dish and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Do not microwave the squash for longer than 5 minutes.
Then cut the squash in half lengthwise. Be careful as the squash will be hot, so you will likely need to use oven mitts. Scoop out the seeds from each half of the squash.
Place the squash halves upside down in the baking dish. Place approximately 1 inch of water in the dish with the squash. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Then check the squash. A fork should easily poke through the skin of the squash. If it’s not done yet, continue to cook for 2-5 more minutes until done.
Remove the squash from the baking dish and use a fork to scrape the strands of squash from the inside. Move to a serving bowl and toss with butter. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!