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Crock-Pot Spaghetti: Easy Recipe for a Family Feast!

A simple and delicious Crock-Pot spaghetti recipe perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 6-ounce can tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 cups water
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  2. In a large Crock-Pot, combine the browned meat mixture with crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  3. Add the water to the Crock-Pot and stir again.
  4. Break the spaghetti in half and add it to the sauce mixture, ensuring it is submerged in the sauce.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally if possible.
  6. Once the spaghetti is cooked, serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with lentils or a meat substitute and add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
  • To add a bit of heat, include red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture or serve with a spicy marinara sauce on the side.

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