When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can compare to a hearty bowl of spaghetti topped with a flavorful, slow-cooked sauce. With its rich, developed flavor and minimal hands-on time, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, or any occasion where you want to savor a delicious and satisfying meal. In this article, we will take you through the process of creating the ultimate slow-cooked spaghetti sauce, sharing tips and tricks for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures. From selecting the best ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking, we'll guide you every step of the way so you can create a mouthwatering sauce that will elevate your spaghetti night to new heights.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MEAT-LOVER'S SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE
This creates a great, chunky, and very meaty spaghetti sauce. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes!
Provided by Ashley
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Meat Sauce
Time 8h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and Italian sausage until the sausage is browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the sausage and onions to a slow cooker. In the same skillet, cook and stir the ground beef, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and marjoram, breaking the meat up as it cooks, until the meat is browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the ground beef into the slow cooker.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, thyme, basil, oregano, and 2 teaspoons of garlic powder. Set the cooker on Low, and cook the sauce for 8 hours. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the sugar. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 45.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1025.1 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
EASY SLOW-COOKED SPAGHETTI SAUCE
"After searching for a tomato sauce that didn't taste like it was only for spaghetti, I set out to make my own," writes David Shields from Barberton, Ohio. "The result was this thick versatile sauce featuring ground beef and lots of herbs. It's great on pizza, too."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, brown sugar and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until bubbly. Discard bay leaf. Serve with spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SPAGHETTI SAUCE FROM THE SLOW COOKER
If you want to try something different with your spaghetti.
Provided by FatBoy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato
Time 6h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
- Stir beef, diced tomatoes, onion, tomato paste, sugar, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, oregano, anise seed, and bay leaf together in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 796.5 mg, Sugar 7.8 g
SLOW-COOKED SPAGHETTI SAUCE
I like to serve this homey dish to company and not just because it's easy and economical. I'd be lost without my slow cooker!-Shelley McKinney, New Castle, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 7h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until heated through. Discard bay leaf. Serve with spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SLOW-COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE
Fifteen minutes' prep is all you need for the start of a wonderful homemade red sauce.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onions and garlic; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender and translucent.
- Spoon vegetables into cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
MY CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE
This is a spaghetti sauce recipe that I've developed over time. You may alter the ground meat as you please; sometimes I use all ground beef when I find a good sale but half beef/half pork is pretty tasty. My crock pot is my best friend at times when I'm having busy days at work but still want a decent meal on the table for my family. I serve spaghetti with crusty bread and a romaine salad. Cook time is the crock pot cooking time. This recipe is for a 4 quart crock pot, halve it if your pot is smaller.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Spaghetti
Time 8h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Brown meats and onion in a skillet and drain well.
- Transfer to your crock pot.
- Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- Serve over hot spaghetti noodles.
SLOW-COOKER MEATY ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE
If you've been searching for "the one," that is a reliably delicious spaghetti sauce that will please the family, freeze well and get better overnight, we humbly suggest this recipe. No hard-to-find ingredients here, just everything you'd expect to be in a basic red sauce. Before stewing to perfection in your slow cooker, this sauce does require a crucial couple minutes of skillet time. Taking the 15 minutes to brown Italian sausage and onions to golden-brown perfection doesn't just bring out the best in these ingredients, it also leads to a sauce that's considerably more delicious than it would be otherwise. And after you do it, it's just a matter of tossing all the ingredients into the pot and letting them simmer together into a rich and savory red gravy!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, onions, mushrooms and garlic over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
- Spoon sausage mixture into cooker.
- Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW COOKED SPAGHETTI SAUCE
I found this recipe in quick cooking years ago and our family loves it :) I always add more spices than called for.. Hope you enjoy it!! :) I serve with a salad and garlic toast
Provided by faith58
Categories Spaghetti
Time 8h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Transfer to a slow cooker.
- Add the next 10 ingredients and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until heated through. Discard bay leaf and serve over cooked spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.5, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 34.5, Sodium 1001.3, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 14.3
Tips:
- Use the ripest tomatoes possible for a sweeter sauce.
- Roast the tomatoes before simmering them to concentrate their flavor.
- Add a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar to the sauce for a richer flavor.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian herbs to taste.
- Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or longer for a thicker sauce.
- Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, penne, or macaroni.
Conclusion:
This easy slow-cooked spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be used for a variety of dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a flavorful sauce that will be enjoyed by the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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