Slow-Cooker Bolognese

Health score
15%
Slow-Cooker Bolognese
505 min.
10
509kcal

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Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of our Slow-Cooker Bolognese, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this recipe serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers throughout the week. With a cooking time of 505 minutes, the slow cooker works its magic, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day.

This hearty sauce features a delightful combination of bulk Italian pork sausage and lean ground beef, creating a robust base that is complemented by the sweetness of onions and carrots, and the aromatic essence of garlic. The addition of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of balsamic vinegar brings a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. A touch of brown sugar balances the acidity, while crushed red pepper flakes add just the right amount of heat.

Serve this luscious Bolognese over al dente spaghetti, and finish each plate with a generous sprinkle of shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves for a burst of freshness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this Slow-Cooker Bolognese is sure to impress and satisfy. Dive into a bowl of this classic Italian comfort food and experience the warmth and joy it brings to your table!

Ingredients

  • lb sausage meat italian
  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • cups onion chopped
  • cup carrots finely chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 29 oz tomatoes diced with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained canned
  • oz tomato paste organic canned
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 16 oz pasta like spaghetti uncooked
  • oz parmesan shaved
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, beef, onions, carrots and garlic over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage and beef are thoroughly cooked; drain.
  2. In slow cooker, stir together meat mixture, tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, pepper and pepper flakes.
  3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours.
  4. About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
  5. Serve meat mixture over spaghetti.
  6. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories509kcal
Protein20.14%
Fat43.02%
Carbs36.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.78
Glycemic Load
16.13
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.23391300699%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
1.6mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
6.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:508.68kcal
25.43%
Fat:24.26g
37.32%
Saturated Fat:9.04g
56.53%
Carbohydrates:46.73g
15.58%
Net Carbohydrates:42.78g
15.56%
Sugar:8.69g
9.66%
Cholesterol:70.65mg
23.55%
Sodium:896.05mg
38.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.56g
51.11%
Selenium:38.7µg
55.29%
Vitamin A:2673.79IU
53.48%
Phosphorus:323.86mg
32.39%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.22%
Vitamin B3:6.14mg
30.71%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
27.82%
Zinc:4.09mg
27.24%
Vitamin B12:1.46µg
24.3%
Potassium:771.53mg
22.04%
Iron:3.55mg
19.7%
Vitamin C:15.31mg
18.56%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.41%
Calcium:171.56mg
17.16%
Copper:0.34mg
16.94%
Magnesium:64.31mg
16.08%
Fiber:3.95g
15.82%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.75%
Vitamin K:12.54µg
11.94%
Vitamin E:1.75mg
11.68%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.73%
Folate:30.41µg
7.6%
Vitamin D:0.68µg
4.52%