Best 12 Spaghetti Sauce In Slow Cooker Recipes

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Cooking spaghetti sauce in a slow cooker is a fantastic way to create a delicious and flavorful meal with minimal effort. Whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, this versatile kitchen appliance can help you craft a rich and savory sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best slow cooker spaghetti sauce recipes, exploring a variety of flavors, ingredients, and techniques to suit every palate. From classic tomato-based sauces to unique and creative twists, this exploration will provide you with the inspiration and guidance you need to create a mouthwatering spaghetti sauce that will become a household favorite.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

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

SLOW-COOKER SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS



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I've been cooking for 50 years, and this dish is still one that guests request frequently. It is my No. 1 standby recipe and also makes amazing meatball sandwiches. The sauce works for any type of pasta. -Jane Whittaker, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
3 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese, pepper and salt; stir in eggs. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in batches over medium heat; drain., Place the first 5 sauce ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker; stir in garlic and seasonings. Add meatballs, stirring gently to coat. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours, until meatballs are cooked through., Remove bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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

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.

SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE I



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This sauce recipe has been handed down from generation to generation. It's a family favorite and left-over sauce freezes well. Best when cooked all day in a slow cooker. Since there is no added oil this sauce is fat free.

Provided by angeleyes173

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

Time 4h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce
3 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons dried rosemary
3 tablespoons dried oregano
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons dried parsley
1 bay leaf
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large slow cooker combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic, onion, rosemary, oregano, thyme, parsley, bay leaf and red pepper. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, stir frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 2534.2 mg, Sugar 22.9 g

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

SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce is rich, hearty, seasoned with onion, peppers, garlic and is slow cooked in the crockpot for incredible flavor!

Provided by Ashley Fehr

Categories     Main Course

Time 7h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
1 red or green bell pepper (finely chopped)
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tbsp dried oregano
3 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
14 oz diced tomatoes (no salt added, 398 mL can)
14 oz crushed tomatoes (no salt added, 398 ml can)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef or chicken broth (low sodium)
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium pan, brown ground beef until no pink remains. Add onion and red pepper cook 3-5 more minutes until veggies soften.
  • Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, bay leaf, salt, red pepper flakes and black pepper, Cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and sugar. Pour into 4-6 quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours (stirring once half way through if possible).
  • Stir, remove bay leaf and serve with parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 513 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce is the perfect dinner solution for busy weeknights! Made with garden fresh tomatoes, you can taste the freshness in every bite. Make it with or without meat - your choice!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 lbs fresh tomatoes ((see note below for using canned tomatoes))
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion (diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeno (diced (optional))
3 cloves of garlic (minced)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
6 oz tomato paste
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp sugar
1 to 2 pounds lean ground beef (turkey, or Italian sausage)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Fill a large bowl with ice water.
  • Drop tomatoes 5-6 at a time into the boiling for about 45 seconds. Transfer to the ice bath. Repeat with all tomatoes.
  • Peel skin off of tomatoes and squeeze out excess liquid and seeds. (The skin should very easily just peel off.)
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add onion and peppers and saute for 4 to 5 minutes until onions are translucent. Sir in garlic, salt, and pepper and cook for an additional minute.
  • Combine tomatoes, onion mixture, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, basil, bay leaves, Italian seasoning and sugar in a large slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • If you are making a meat sauce, stir in meat now.
  • Place a folded paper towel between the lid and the insert of the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 266 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPAGHETTI SAUCE FROM THE SLOW COOKER



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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

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon anise seed
1 bay leaf

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

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

SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE II



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This sauce tastes best when slow cooked on low. I don't know the exact measurements for spices -- it's a use your own taste type. I mix up the ingredients the night before, and then before I go to work in the morning I set the slow cooker on low. When I get home it's ready.

Provided by KINGJN

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

Time 4h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in onion and garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes.
  • In a slow cooker combine ground beef mixture, tomato puree, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning and salt. Cook on low for 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 921.9 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This easy recipe makes a great tasting spaghetti sauce in your slow cooker. The original recipe came with my mini-slow cooker and makes enough to serve two people. I've modified it over the years and everyone I've served it to, loves it. You'll need to double it for a family dinner.

Provided by Chef CheryleMac

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 6h15m

Yield 1 quart, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb lean ground beef, browned
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons onions, minced
1/8 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can hunt's roasted tomato and garlic pasta sauce
1 (8 ounce) can hunt's tomato sauce with basil garlic and oregano

Steps:

  • Brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Put browned meat and all remaining ingredients into a 1 quart crock pot.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cook for 6-8 hours on low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.3, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 656.9, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 22.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right sauce: Not all sauces are created equal. For slow-cooker spaghetti sauce, choose a sauce that is thick and flavorful, such as a tomato sauce or a meat sauce. Avoid sauces that are too thin or watery, as they will not hold up well in the slow cooker.
  • Brown the meat first: Browning the meat before adding it to the slow cooker will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming tough. If you are using ground beef, brown it in a large skillet over medium heat until it is no longer pink. If you are using Italian sausage, remove the sausage from its casing and brown it in a skillet over medium heat until it is cooked through.
  • Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to spaghetti sauce. Some good options for vegetables to add to your sauce include onions, garlic, bell peppers, mushrooms, and carrots. You can also add leafy greens, such as spinach or kale, at the end of the cooking time.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Once the sauce has simmered for a while, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, garlic powder, or Italian seasoning. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Let the sauce simmer for at least 4 hours: The longer the sauce simmers, the more flavorful it will be. If you have the time, let the sauce simmer for 8 hours or even longer. However, if you are short on time, you can simmer the sauce for as little as 2 hours.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker spaghetti sauce is a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a little planning, you can have a flavorful and hearty sauce that is perfect for serving over spaghetti, pasta, or even chicken. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give slow-cooker spaghetti sauce a try.

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