Best 10 Perfect Spaghetti Sauce Crock Pot Recipes

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Craving a comforting and flavorful spaghetti sauce without slaving over the stove? Look no further than your crock pot! With this versatile kitchen appliance, you can effortlessly create a rich and delicious sauce that rivals any traditional recipe. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the art of crafting the perfect spaghetti sauce in your crock pot. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking, we'll provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to create a sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So grab your crock pot and let's get started on this delectable adventure!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MY CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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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

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with juice
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 bay leaves
5 garlic cloves, pressed
4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons dried basil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried thyme

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-COOKED SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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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

1 pound ground beef or bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 to 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Hot cooked spaghetti

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.

CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Spaghetti Sauce for a Crowd from Gooseberry Patch's 303 Simple and Satisfying Recipes

Provided by Cris

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

28 oz can crushed tomatoes (or 15 oz Crushed Tomatoes and 15 oz Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Oregano and Garlic)
15 oz can tomato sauce
12 oz can tomato paste
1/2 cup onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 Tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb pork sausage (browned, drained)
8 oz can mushrooms (drained)
32 oz spaghetti ((2-16 oz pkgs) cooked (if using immediately))

Steps:

  • Place all your ingredients in your crock pot except for your spaghetti.
  • Stir until well combined.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Serve over spaghetti noodles or divide into two gallon freezer bags and freeze flat or two freezer containers

CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce is a delicious option for dinner, any day of the week!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Beef     Dinner     Entree     Main Course     Pasta     Sauce     Slow Cooker

Time 4h40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage (or use all ground beef)
1 large onion (diced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
28 ounces diced tomatoes canned (do not drain)
24 ounces tomato sauce
14 ounces crushed tomatoes
6 ounces tomato paste
1 small green bell pepper (diced)
½ cup water
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon seasoned salt (or to taste)
2 tablespoons each fresh parsley and basil (plus extra for garnish if desired)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, sausage, onions, and garlic until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
  • Add beef mixture and remaining ingredients (except fresh herbs & pasta) to crock pot.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Stir in fresh herbs just before serving.
  • Prepare spaghetti or pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain well.
  • Top spaghetti with meat sauce. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Sodium 1255 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPLENDICIOUS SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This recipe comes from my Army days where dishes were often created by throwing in everything including the kitchen sink! I've refined it over the years, and this recipe yields a tangy yet sweet and rich sauce that is sure to make your soldiers happy. The sauce is excellent over any pasta.

Provided by Robert Salmon

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Meat Sauce

Time 9h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 cup red wine
1 cup sliced green olives
4 teaspoons sea salt
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon Hungarian paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped sweet onion, divided
1 clove garlic, crushed and chopped
⅔ cup chopped fresh parsley
⅔ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 (4 ounce) links Italian sausage links, casings removed
2 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup red wine, or more if needed

Steps:

  • Mix together the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, 1 cup of red wine, green olives, 4 teaspoons of sea salt, basil, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a slow cooker. Set the cooker to Low.
  • While the cooker is warming up, place 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook 3/4 cup of sweet onion until the onion just begins to soften, about 2 minutes; stir in 1 clove of garlic. Cook the mixture for 3 more minutes before mixing in parsley and mushrooms. Reduce heat, and simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar, and mix to dissolve.
  • While the parsley and mushrooms are simmering, heat 3 more tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and stir in the remaining onion and the sausage. Brown the sausage, breaking the meat up into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes; season the mixture with white pepper and cumin. Pour 1 cup of red into the skillet, and scrape the pan with a wooden spoon to dissolve any brown flavor bits into the wine. Simmer for about 10 minutes; pour the sausage mixture into the skillet with the parsley and mushrooms. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat just until all the ingredients have had time to introduce themselves to each other, about 10 minutes. Pour the sausage mixture into the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 8 hours to overnight. Add more red wine or water if needed to prevent the sauce from getting too thick and burning on the bottom.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1245 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is such an easy sauce to throw in the pot in the morning, then forget about it until you're ready for dinner! You may also add any vegetables you like or 1-2 lbs. browned meat.

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Sauces

Time 8h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped onion
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder (more or less to taste)
3 bay leaves
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients, except parmesan cheese, in a crock pot.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Turn crock pot on low for 8 hours, more or less, until you are ready to eat.
  • Stir in the parmesan cheese while pasta is boiling.
  • Enjoy!

MEAT-LOVER'S SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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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

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small onions, chopped
¼ pound bulk Italian sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
¼ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon white sugar

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

PERFECT SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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This recipe's quickness depends on getting all the sauce ingredients and cooking equipment ready before you start cooking. Then, when the water's boiling, start the pasta, and saute the sauce at the same time.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds baby pear tomatoes (or cherry or vine-ripened tomatoes), or one 28-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes
8 ounces thin, best-quality spaghetti
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, cut into 1/8-inch-thick pieces
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley leaves, loosely packed and torn
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a tall stockpot, bring 3 quarts of water and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil.
  • If using pear tomatoes, wash and stem. If using vine-ripened tomatoes, score bottoms with a small X; blanch 5 seconds in boiling water. Plunge tomatoes into an ice-water bath, then remove the skins. Using a chef's knife, cut flesh from cores, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips; place in a sieve set over a bowl. Press the cores of tomatoes through sieve; discard seeds. If using canned tomatoes, strain, and pass through a food mill.
  • Drop spaghetti into boiling water; stir. Cook until al dente, about 11 minutes, according to package instructions.
  • Place a 12-inch saute pan over medium heat; add oil. Add garlic to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is lightly golden, about 30 seconds. Add red-pepper flakes and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until garlic is medium golden, about 1 minute.
  • Increase heat to high. Tilting pan at an angle, add tomatoes. Cook, swirling pan occasionally, until tomatoes begin to break down, pear tomatoes begin to burst, or canned tomatoes begin to thicken, 5 to 6 minutes. If using pear tomatoes, mash a few with a spoon. If pear tomatoes start to get too dry, add a little water from the stockpot.
  • Drain pasta in a colander, reserving 1 cup liquid in case sauce gets too dry. Add pasta to sauce in saute pan; cook until sauce begins to cling to pasta, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in basil; cook 30 seconds more. Divide among bowls, and sprinkle with cheese, if desired.

EASY SLOW-COOKED SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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"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

1 pound ground beef
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
6 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons minced fresh marjoram or 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
Hot cooked spaghetti

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.

SLOW-COOKER MEATY ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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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

2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful herbs will make a big difference in the taste of your sauce.
  • Brown the meat well: This will help to develop flavor and prevent the sauce from being greasy.
  • Don't overcrowd the crock pot: If you're adding vegetables, make sure to leave enough space for them to cook evenly.
  • Cook the sauce on low for at least 6 hours: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

This easy crock pot spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served over pasta, chicken, or vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal, give this crock pot spaghetti sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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