Description
Experience the irresistible blend of flavors with this Aromatic Crockpot Spaghetti Meat Sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish fills your home with delightful scents while allowing you to enjoy quality time with family and friends. With minimal prep and a handful of ingredients, you can create a rich and satisfying sauce that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 28 oz (800g) canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add the browned beef to the crockpot along with the chopped onion and minced garlic.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Add oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve over spaghetti or your choice of pasta, garnished with fresh basil or grated Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg