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Tasty Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce
This slow cooker spaghetti sauce is perfect for busy days when you want a rich, flavorful meal without the hassle. Just set it and forget it, then enjoy a delicious, hearty sauce that tastes like it’s been simmering all day.
FROM THE KITCHEN • Tasty Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce
01 THE RECIPE
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Follow these steps for a delicious result. Tick off each step as you go.
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Step 1
Start by combining the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, 1 cup of red wine, green olives, sea salt, basil, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper in your slow cooker. Set it to low and let it get going.
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Step 2
While the slow cooker warms up, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 3/4 cup of chopped sweet onion and cook just until it starts to soften, about 2 minutes. Toss in a clove of minced garlic and let everything cook together for another 3 minutes. Then stir in some fresh parsley and mushrooms, lower the heat, and let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle in the brown sugar and stir until it’s fully dissolved.
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Step 3
Next, heat another 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining onion and the sausage, breaking it up with your spoon as it browns, which should take around 10 minutes. Season with white pepper and cumin. Pour in 1 cup of red wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any flavorful bits stuck to the pan. Let that simmer for about 10 minutes.
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Step 4
Once the sausage mixture is ready, combine it with the parsley and mushrooms in the skillet. Keep it over medium-low heat just long enough for the flavors to meld, about 10 minutes. Then pour everything into the slow cooker.
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Step 5
Let the sauce cook on low for 8 hours or even overnight. If it starts to get too thick or looks like it might stick to the bottom, just add a bit more red wine or water to keep it saucy and delicious.
Why you’ll love it
This sauce is rich and full of flavor thanks to the slow cooking process. It’s easy to make and lets the ingredients blend perfectly. Plus, it’s a great way to have a homemade sauce ready whenever you need it.
How to serve
Serve over your favorite pasta for a classic meal. It also works well as a topping for meatballs or a filling for lasagna. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil to finish.
Storage & leftovers
Let the sauce cool completely before storing. Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
