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Slow Cooker Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce

Slow Cooker Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce

If you love spaghetti and want to enjoy it with a homemade sauce, then Slow Cooker Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce is the perfect recipe for you. This sauce is made with fresh tomatoes and herbs, and it is cooked in a slow cooker for hours to bring out the flavors. Not only is the sauce delicious, but it is also healthy, as it contains no preservatives or artificial flavors.

Ingredients

Ingredients For Slow Cooker Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
  • 5-6 pounds of fresh tomatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 6 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon of dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar

Instructions

1. Peel and dice the fresh tomatoes.

Peeling And Dicing Fresh Tomatoes

2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Heating Olive Oil

3. Add the diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Cooking Onions And Garlic

4. Add the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, and sugar to the skillet, and stir well to combine.

Adding Tomatoes And Spices

5. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker, and cook on high for 4-6 hours, or on low for 8-10 hours.

Slow Cooking The Sauce

6. Once the sauce is done, use an immersion blender or transfer it to a blender to puree until smooth.

Pureeing The Sauce

7. Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti noodles, and enjoy!

Tips

- If you prefer a chunkier sauce, you can skip pureeing it.

- You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or mushrooms, to the sauce to add more flavor and texture.

- This recipe makes a large batch of sauce, so you can freeze any leftovers for later use.

Conclusion

Slow Cooker Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce is a delicious and healthy homemade sauce that is easy to make. By using fresh ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a flavorful sauce that is perfect for spaghetti or any other pasta dish. With a little bit of prep work and patience, you can enjoy a homemade meal that is sure to impress.

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