Crock Pot Spaghetti Bolognese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Slow-cooked Crock Pot Spaghetti Bolognese recipe
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g beef mince
2 medium carrots
2 cans chopped tomatoes
1 onion , sliced
2 stalks celery , chopped
2 red capsicums , roasted , skinned and chopped
2 garlic cloves , finely sliced
1/2 cup beef stock
2 teaspoons dried oregano
6 -8 fresh basil leaves
3 dried bay leaves
fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
489
Sugar
8g
Fat
22g
This classic Italian recipe is a meat-based sauce mixed with vegetables that is usually served with spaghetti or other types of pasta. Aside from tomatoes, the recipe includes beef, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and herbs. The sauce is slowly simmered with these ingredients so that it has an intense flavor and rich consistency when done.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess fat.
2.Add beef to slow cooker along with onions, celery, garlic, carrots, canned tomatoes, beef stock, oregano, basil, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3.Set slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6-8 hours until beef is tender.
4.Serve with a plate of cooked spaghetti.

PROS

This slow-cooked spaghetti Bolognese is a hearty and comforting meal that’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.

The Crock Pot ensures the sauce is well blended with tender beef and vegetables.

The dish is perfect for feeding a crowd.

CONS

The beefy Bolognese sauce is not vegetarian-friendly.

The long cooking time may affect the texture of the vegetables.

The dish requires some prep work before being placed in the Crock Pot.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef contains a good amount of protein and iron which are essential for our health. Adding vegetables to the recipe adds more vitamins and nutrients that are important for optimal health.

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