Best 7 Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce Like Prego Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Crock-Pot spaghetti sauce recipes, crafted to perfection to satisfy your taste buds. Experience the authentic flavors of Italy with our classic Prego-inspired sauce, made with fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of sweetness. Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Rome with our rich and flavorful Arrabiata sauce, featuring spicy chili peppers and tangy tomatoes. Craving something creamy and cheesy? Our creamy Parmesan sauce is sure to tantalize your palate with its velvety texture and cheesy goodness. For a lighter and brighter option, try our zesty tomato basil sauce, bursting with the freshness of basil and juicy tomatoes. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver a unique and unforgettable taste experience, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a family dinner, a cozy date night, or a casual get-together, these Crock-Pot spaghetti sauces will elevate your pasta dishes to new heights of flavor.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CROCK POT SPAGHETTI



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Easy Crock Pot Spaghetti is the real deal - with just beef, pasta , sauce and a few spices it is a cinch to make and full of flavor. This recipe is a definite thumbs up!

Provided by Christine Mello

Categories     Main Dish

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tsp olive oil
1 pound ground beef (browned and drained)
24 ounce marinara sauce
3 cloves minced garlic (about 1-1/2 tsps)
1 tbsp minced onion (dried)
1 tbsp italian seasoning
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
2 cups hot water
16 ounces spaghetti pasta
1 cup water (as needed)
2 tbsp chopped basil (optional)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Grease bottom and sides of the crock pot with olive oil.
  • Place the cooked and drained ground beef, spaghetti sauce, garlic, italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, minced onion and hot water into the crock pot. Stir until well mixed, cover and set the crock pot on High for 1 hour.
  • Break the pasta in half and place in the sauce. Stir the pasta so that it is covered with the sauce. Add 1/2 cup of water if the sauce is too thick and stir again.
  • Cover the crock pot and let the pasta cook for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes. add another 1/4 - 1/2 cup of water if needed, stir, cover and cook for another 15 - 30 minutes, until the pasta is done.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 397 kcal, Sugar 5.43 g, Sodium 540.2 mg, Fat 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.12 g, Carbohydrate 48.38 g, Fiber 3.41 g, Protein 19.58 g, Cholesterol 42.38 mg

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.

CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE- LIKE PREGO



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This is a quick, easy to make spaghetti sauce that we think tastes like the Prego brand. Just brown the meat and mix in the rest of the ingredients, throw it in the crock pot and let it cook all day while you're at work. Enjoy!!

Provided by littlethibault

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb hamburger or 1 lb ground venison
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 medium onion, minced
1 teaspoon dry basil
1 teaspoon dry parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (29 ounce) can tomato puree
4 tablespoons sugar
parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown meat and onion in large skillet, drain. Combine all other ingredients in crock pot, add the meat and onion and parmesan cheese if desired. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. This makes quite a bit but the excess freezes very well.

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

SEMI-HOMEMADE CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This slow cooker spaghetti sauce starts with jarred sauce but becomes so much more with a few additions. It is so good with some garlic bread and a lettuce and tomato salad with a simple vinaigrette

Provided by tabasco0697

Categories     Meat

Time 4h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground chuck
26 ounces garlic tomato and basil pasta sauce (we prefer Glen Muir)
1 small onion
1/2 green bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • finely dice green, yellow and red bell peppers and onions real small.
  • heat oil in large deep pan at medium high heat until hot.
  • add the diced vegetables and half the minced garlic, half the salt and half the pepper.
  • cook the vegetable mixture stirring constantly (like stir-fry) until slightly softened.
  • add the ground chuck to the pan with the vegetable mixture and brown until no longer pink.
  • drain and put in the bottom of the slow cooker and turn on low.
  • in a small mixing bowl add sauce, shredded Parmesan cheese (shredded works better than grated for this recipe), basil, oregano, the rest of the minced garlic, salt and pepper and mix well.
  • pour sauce mixture over the meat mixture in the slow cooker and mix both the meat and sauce mixtures together well.
  • cook on low 4-6 hours.
  • use over the pasta of your choice but we prefer spaghetti or fettuccine use a heavy pasta.

BEST IN TOWN CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is a flavorful,thick and hearty spaghetti sauce. Finially,after years of trial and error a sauce everyone loves..

Provided by Potluck

Categories     Sauces

Time 8h15m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon margarine
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
1 (11 1/2 ounce) can v-8 vegetable juice
1/2 cup red wine

Steps:

  • I used 1 1/2 pounds of Johnsonville spicy hot sausage,removed from casing. You can use mild sausage if your prefer.
  • Brown sausage,drain and crumble into small pieces.
  • Saute onions and garlic in margarine.
  • Add to crock pot all ingredients.
  • Mix well.
  • Simmer for 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1676.1, Fat 101.4, SaturatedFat 34, Cholesterol 194.1, Sodium 8617.1, Carbohydrate 111, Fiber 20.3, Sugar 59.3, Protein 80.7

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to your sauce. Good choices include onions, garlic, bell peppers, carrots, and mushrooms.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. Some popular options include basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
  • If you like a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry or tomato paste. Just be sure to stir until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  • Serve your crock-pot spaghetti sauce over your favorite pasta, or use it as a topping for pizza or lasagna.

Conclusion:

Crock-pot spaghetti sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a sauce that tastes just like Prego, but without all the added preservatives and sugars.

So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give crock-pot spaghetti sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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