Semi-Homemade Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Semi-Homemade Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce recipe for a delicious Italian meal
in Italian

Prep

20 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chuck
26 ounces garlic tomato and basil pasta sauce ( we prefer Glen Muir )
1 small onion
1/2 green bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove , divided
1 teaspoon salt , divided
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper , divided
2 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
304
Sugar
11g
Fat
17g
Semi-Homemade Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights. Made with ground chuck and garlic tomato and basil sauce, this sauce has a hearty flavor that's perfect for spaghetti, lasagna, or any other Italian dish that calls for a tomato-based sauce. The use of a slow cooker makes this recipe even easier, as it can be prepared in the morning and ready to serve by dinnertime. The addition of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs takes this sauce to the next level, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Cook ground chuck in the skillet until browned and crumbled.
3.Drain off excess fat and transfer the meat to a crock pot.
4.Add garlic, pasta sauce, onion, bell peppers, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to the crock pot and stir to combine.
5.Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
6.Season sauce with remaining salt and black pepper to taste before serving.

PROS

This semi-homemade spaghetti sauce is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
It’s perfect for a quick, homemade Italian dinner when you don’t have a lot of time to cook.

CONS

While this recipe is tasty and easy, it’s not the most nutritious option.
The pasta sauce used in this recipe can be high in sodium and added sugars.
Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest option, it does contain several key nutrients. Ground chuck is a great source of protein, and the bell peppers in the sauce are packed with vitamins and antioxidants. Oregano and basil have also been linked to anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

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