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Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce

Creating this delicious and satisfying spaghetti sauce in the slow cooker is a breeze.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 hrs
Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 218 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound (454g) lean ground beef
  • 1 onion peeled and diced
  • 28 ounces (794g) crushed tomatoes
  • 28 ounces (794g) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic puree
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 bouillon cube crushed (optional, but recommended)

Instructions

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  1. Heat oil in a skillet. Add beef and onion and cook until beef is browned. Drain excess fat and add mixture to slow cooker.
  2. Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix.
  3. Cover and cook for 4 hours on high (not mixing) or 7-8 hours on low (make sure to mix once halfway through).
  4. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve over spaghetti noodles.

Notes

  • Try adding a quarter cup of red wine for even more flavor.
  • If you don’t have Italian seasoning, add extra oregano and some basil. While dried herbs work well, consider using fresh herbs if you have them on hand.
  • Roasting the herbs and spices before adding them to the crockpot will add a nice depth of flavor to this sauce.
  • Try mixing some parmesan cheese into the sauce as it's cooking.
  • Periodically taste the sauce as it cooks, and don't hesitate to adjust the seasoning. This ensures that the sauce perfectly suits your taste preferences.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on the size, make, and model of your slow cooker. Make sure to consult your manual as necessary.
  • Storage - keep sauce in an airtight container inside the fridge for 5 days.
  • There are 4 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this recipe.

Nutrition Information

Calories 218kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 47mg (16%) Sodium 577mg (24%) Potassium 967mg (28%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 467IU (9%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 130mg (13%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 218

% Daily Value*

Calories 218kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 577mg 24%
Potassium 967mg 21%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 467IU 9%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 130mg 13%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.