Slow Cooker Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

🍝 Slow Cooker Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Serves: 6–8

🧂 Ingredients:

2 lbs ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes

1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

1 can (6 oz) tomato paste

1 tbsp granulated sugar

2 tsp dried basil

2 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried parsley

½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 lb spaghetti (16 oz)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef:

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Sauté Onion & Garlic:

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

3. Transfer to Slow Cooker:

Pour the beef mixture into your slow cooker. Stir in:

Crushed tomatoes

Tomato sauce

Tomato paste

Sugar

Basil, oregano, parsley

Red pepper flakes, salt & pepper

4. Slow Cook:

Cover and cook:

On LOW for 6–8 hours

Or on HIGH for 3–4 hours

Stir occasionally if possible.

5. Cook the Spaghetti:

About 30 minutes before serving, cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well.

6. Combine & Finish:

Stir the cooked spaghetti into the sauce in the slow cooker. Cover and let sit 10 minutes to absorb the flavor.

7. Serve & Enjoy:

Top with Parmesan, fresh basil, or serve with garlic bread if desired.

✅ Tips:

Want it richer? Add a splash of heavy cream before serving.

Leftover sauce? It freezes beautifully—perfect for future meals!