Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce With Meatballs And Sausage
Are you looking for an easy and delicious recipe for your family dinner? Look no further than this Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce With Meatballs And Sausage! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 pound of Italian sausage
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cans of crushed tomatoes (28 ounces each)
- 1 can of tomato paste (6 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon of dried basil
- 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon of dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of red wine (optional)
- 1 pound of spaghetti
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Drain the excess fat and transfer the meat to a slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and red wine (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, prepare the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
- Once the sauce is done cooking, serve it over the cooked spaghetti with additional fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Tips:
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can also cook this recipe in a large Dutch oven or pot over low heat on the stove for 2-3 hours.
- This recipe makes a lot of sauce, so feel free to freeze any leftovers for later use. Simply let the sauce cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a healthier version, use ground turkey instead of ground beef and Italian turkey sausage instead of Italian sausage.
Conclusion:
There you have it, a delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce With Meatballs And Sausage. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner and will leave everyone asking for more. Don't forget to serve it with some garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!
