Best 5 Slow Cooking Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey of flavors and textures with our three delectable spaghetti sauce recipes, each crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a slow-cooking adventure with our classic spaghetti sauce, where fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a symphony of spices simmer together for hours, creating a rich, velvety sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta.

For a burst of vibrant flavors, explore our sun-dried tomato pesto sauce, where juicy sun-dried tomatoes mingle with fragrant basil, garlic, and pine nuts, resulting in a luscious, nutty sauce that adds a Mediterranean flair to your pasta dishes.

Craving a hearty and comforting meal? Our creamy mushroom spaghetti sauce beckons you with its creamy, earthy embrace. Sautéed mushrooms, tender and flavorful, blend seamlessly with a luscious cream sauce, creating a velvety haven for your taste buds.

Whether you seek a timeless classic, a vibrant twist, or a comforting indulgence, our trio of spaghetti sauce recipes promises an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

MEAT-LOVER'S SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



Meat-Lover's Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce image

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



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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

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 quality ingredients: Fresh, ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and high-quality olive oil will make a world of difference in the flavor of your sauce. Don't skimp on the ingredients, as they will determine the overall taste of your dish.
  • Brown the meat well: If your recipe includes ground meat, make sure to brown it well before adding it to the sauce. This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming dry and crumbly.
  • Simmer the sauce for a long time: The longer you simmer the sauce, the more time the flavors will have to develop and meld together. Aim for at least 2 hours, or even longer if you have the time.
  • Add vegetables to the sauce: Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions can add sweetness, texture, and nutrients to your sauce. Be sure to chop them finely so that they cook evenly.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Once the sauce has finished simmering, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or oregano, depending on your personal preferences.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooking spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for other dishes such as lasagna or chicken parmesan. By following the tips in this recipe, you can create a flavorful and authentic Italian sauce that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give slow-cooking spaghetti sauce a try.

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