Best 5 Easy Slow Cooked Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable slow-cooked spaghetti sauce recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to an Italian paradise. From classic and authentic to modern and innovative, our collection of recipes caters to every palate, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Dive into the rich and hearty flavors of our traditional tomato-based sauce, simmered to perfection with fresh herbs, succulent tomatoes, and a secret blend of spices. Craving a lighter option? Our creamy pesto sauce, infused with nutty basil, vibrant spinach, and tangy Parmesan cheese, promises a burst of freshness in every bite. If you're in the mood for something unique, our sun-dried tomato and roasted red pepper sauce, bursting with Mediterranean charm, will add a vibrant twist to your pasta. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions and carefully curated ingredients ensure that every bite is a celebration of culinary artistry.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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-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.

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-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI



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Prepare to win every potluck award from now on with this amazingly easy and delicious slow-cooker chicken spaghetti.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ creamy mushroom soup
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed, softened
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
8 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained as directed on package
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and garlic. Add chicken; toss to coat. Pour mixture into slow cooker.
  • In same bowl, mix tomatoes, soup and chiles; pour over chicken.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 to 3 hours or on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of chicken reads at least 165°F.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker, and transfer to cutting board; let stand 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile, stir cream cheese and Cheddar cheese into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir.
  • Meanwhile, shred chicken with 2 forks; return to slow cooker, and stir in cooked spaghetti. Top with parsley.
  • To make ahead and freeze: In large bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and garlic. Add chicken; toss to coat. Pour mixture into 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag. In same bowl, mix tomatoes, soup and chiles; pour over chicken in bag. Seal bag, removing as much air as possible. Lay flat, and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw completely, 8 to 24 hours, in refrigerator. Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Pour thawed mixture into slow cooker. Follow steps 3 through 5.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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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

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (15 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs will give your sauce the best flavor.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 1 hour: Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Add a touch of sweetness: A little bit of sugar or honey can help to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta: Spaghetti, penne, and lasagna are all great choices.

Conclusion:

This easy slow-cooked spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be used in a variety of ways. It is perfect for a weeknight meal, a weekend gathering, or a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and flavorful sauce that will be enjoyed by everyone at the table.

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