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Homemade Spaghetti Sauce In Crock Pot

Making spaghetti sauce from scratch can be a time-consuming task, but with the help of a crock pot, it becomes an easy and delicious meal to prepare. This article will guide you through the steps of making homemade spaghetti sauce in a crock pot.

Ingredients

The ingredients for homemade spaghetti sauce are simple and easy to find. You will need:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup water

Ground Beef, Onion, And Garlic

Instructions

Follow these simple instructions to make your own homemade spaghetti sauce in a crock pot:

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain the excess fat and transfer the beef to the crock pot.

    2. Brown Ground Beef

  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent. Transfer the onion and garlic to the crock pot.

    3. Chopped Onion And Minced Garlic

  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir everything together until well combined.

    4. Crushed Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Basil, Oregano, Salt, And Pepper

  4. Add the water to the crock pot and stir everything together again.

    5. Water

  5. Cover the crock pot and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.

    6. Crock Pot

  6. Once the sauce is done cooking, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy!

    7. Spaghetti

Tips

Here are some tips to make the best homemade spaghetti sauce in a crock pot:

  • If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the sauce with an immersion blender or transfer it to a blender and blend until smooth before serving.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the sauce, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or red pepper flakes, to give it more flavor and texture.
  • This recipe makes a large batch of sauce, so you can freeze any leftovers for future meals.

Conclusion

Making homemade spaghetti sauce in a crock pot is easy and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can create a flavorful sauce that is perfect for serving over your favorite pasta. Try this recipe today and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!

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