Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

This incredibly easy Crock-Pot spaghetti sauce recipe is a family favorite! I make a big batch monthly, freeze it in individual portions, and enjoy delicious homemade pasta anytime. Based on a quick-cooking original, this slow-cooked version develops rich, deep flavors. Each serving is a hearty ½ cup, and I portion mine into convenient 2-cup freezer containers for easy weeknight meals. Get ready for the most flavorful spaghetti sauce you'll ever taste!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 189.3 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 lb Italian sausage over medium heat. Crumble the meat as it cooks. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced. Season with 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp black pepper. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are softened.
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to your slow cooker.
  4. Stir in 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, ½ tsp sugar, and ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional).
  5. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

17g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce?

Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce takes about 515 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 495 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce?

Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce has approximately 189.3 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce?

The key ingredients for Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce are Ground Beef, Italian Sausage, Green Pepper, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Italian Style Diced Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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