For a more complex flavor, consider adding a bay leaf or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while it simmers. Remember to remove the bay leaf before serving. Browning the beef and softening the aromatics before adding them to the slow cooker is important for building flavor. This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce II
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME4 hrs
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TOTAL TIME4 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS91
Transform humble ingredients into a rich, deeply flavored spaghetti sauce with minimal effort. Slow cooking coaxes out the sweetness of the tomatoes and melds the savory flavors of beef and herbs into a comforting classic.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol30 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium922 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
10 mins
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain off any excess grease. (10 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until softened and fragrant. (5 minutes)
03
Step
1 mins
Transfer the ground beef mixture to a slow cooker.
04
Step
1 mins
Add the tomato puree, tomato paste, sugar, and Italian seasoning.
05
Step
1 mins
Season generously with salt to taste.
06
Step
1 mins
Stir well to combine all ingredients.
07
Step
4 hrs
Cover and cook on low for at least 4 hours, or up to 6 hours for an even richer flavor.
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Virginia Ruecker
Jun 21, 2025This is the best spaghetti sauce recipe ever! I'll never buy store-bought again.
Daniela Murazikzulauf
May 28, 2025My family loved this sauce. I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still fantastic.
Estefania Hoeger
Mar 23, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! I love how easy it is to throw everything in the slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal.
Vince Bergnaum
Mar 7, 2025I found it needed a bit more seasoning, so I added a pinch of oregano and basil. Perfect!
Anastacio Dare
Jan 28, 2025Simple, straightforward, and delicious. What more could you ask for?
Syble Swaniawski
Aug 30, 2024I added a little red wine to the sauce and it was amazing!
Chasity Hane
Jul 13, 2024The slow cooking really makes a difference. The flavors meld together beautifully.