Season Bee Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce

Simmer your way to pasta perfection with this robust and flavorful Season Bee Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce! This slow-cooked masterpiece combines tender ground beef, hearty crushed tomatoes, and a medley of aromatic herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme, creating a rich and velvety sauce that’s infused with savory goodness. The addition of sautéed onions, garlic, and a splash of beef broth layers in depth, while a hint of sugar and red pepper flakes balances sweetness with just the right amount of heat. With minimal prep and the magic of a crock pot, this spaghetti sauce develops bold, complex flavors over six hours—perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend cooking. Serve it over your favorite pasta or use it as a versatile base for lasagna and other Italian-inspired dishes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a beautiful finish, and savor the comforting taste of homemade spaghetti sauce made effortlessly!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat until shimmering.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess grease and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

In a 6-quart crock pot, combine the cooked ground beef, sautéed onion and garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf to the mixture. Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours, allowing the flavors to develop and meld together.

Step 7

After 6 hours, remove the bay leaf from the sauce and discard it.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed by adding more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve the spaghetti sauce over cooked spaghetti noodles, or use it as a sauce base for lasagna or other pasta dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1675.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1611.9

Total Fat 109.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4577.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 92.9g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 309.4mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 3314.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 17.9%