Here’s a simple, flavorful Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce that’s perfect for a hands-off dinner:
🍝 Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce
🔹 Ingredients (makes ~6–8 servings)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 small can (6 oz) tomato paste (optional, for thickness)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat, fresh parsley for garnish
🔹 Instructions
1. Prep the base
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (optional)
- Sauté onion and garlic 2–3 minutes until fragrant
2. Assemble in crock pot
- Add sautéed onions & garlic (or raw if skipping sauté)
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste
- Stir in herbs, sugar, salt, and pepper
3. Slow cook
- Cover crock pot
- Cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours
- Stir occasionally if possible
4. Optional enhancements
- Add cooked ground beef, sausage, or meatballs during cooking for a meaty sauce
- Blend partially with an immersion blender for a smoother texture
5. Serve
- Over cooked spaghetti, pasta, or zucchini noodles
- Top with parmesan and fresh herbs
🔹 Tips
- Sauce thickens as it cooks; if too thick, add a little water or broth
- Can be made ahead and freezes well
- For extra depth, add a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar
I can also give you a “dump-and-go” 5-minute crock pot spaghetti sauce recipe that requires almost no prep but tastes just as rich.
Do you want me to do that?
