Best 2 Crock Pot Marinara Sauce Recipes

Preparing homemade crock-pot marinara sauce is a tasty and satisfying journey. It allows you to savor the richness of a classic Italian sauce with minimal effort, lending a delightful touch to your favorite dishes. Whether you're cooking for a family gathering, a romantic dinner date, or simply treating yourself, this slow-cooker recipe promises an easy and flavorful experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CROCK POT MARINARA SAUCE

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Make and share this Crock Pot Marinara Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Budgiegirl

Categories Easy

Time 8h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 (28 ounce) cans Italian-style crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 large onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons Splenda sugar substitute
1 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
12 cups whole wheat spaghetti

Steps:

Mix all ingredients in a 3 1/2 to 6 quart crock pot.
Cover and cook on low 8 to 10 hour or high 4 to 5 hours.
Serve over spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.1, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 482.1, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 3.1

CROCK POT MARINARA SAUCE (VEGETARIAN AND FAT-FREE)

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If possible sauté the onions and garlic in about 3 tablespoons oil in a small skillet before adding to the crock pot, if not then just omit the oil, which will make this marinara sauce pretty much fat-free! You will need a minimum of 4-quart crockpot for this recipe. The longer you cook this sauce on low heat the thicker and richer it will be! but it can also be cooked on high-heat setting for about 5 hours if you want a quicker sauce, I strongly suggest to cook it for a longer time! If desired you can double the recipe, this sauce freezes very well!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 8h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (28 ounce) can whole Italian-style tomatoes (cut up and undrained)
2 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 stalks celery, diced
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (can use more)
1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 cup water
2 -3 teaspoons sugar
2 -3 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning (rubbed between fingers to release the flavors)
2 -4 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
1 large bay leaf
salt and black pepper (I use quite a lot of salt to bring out the flavor!)

Steps:

Place ALL ingredients in a minimum 4-quart crock pot/slow-cooker; mix well cover and cook on low heat for about 8-10 hours.
Uncover and cook on high heat for the last 1-1/2 hours.
Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.4, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 829.4, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 20.9, Protein 5

Tips:

Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
Roast your tomatoes: Roasting tomatoes intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly smoky taste.
Add some aromatics: Garlic, onion, and basil are classic Italian aromatics that add depth of flavor to marinara sauce.
Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in marinara sauce, so make sure to use a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
Simmer your sauce for a long time: The longer you simmer your sauce, the more time the flavors will develop.
Taste your sauce as it cooks: Adjust the seasonings to your taste.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can make a delicious and flavorful crock pot marinara sauce that is perfect for any Italian dish. Serve it over pasta, chicken, or vegetables, or use it as a dipping sauce for bread or crackers. Enjoy!