Slow-Cooker Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Slow-Cooker Italian Spaghetti Sauce
495 min.
24
160kcal

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Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of homemade Italian cuisine with this Slow-Cooker Italian Spaghetti Sauce. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, this sauce serves a generous 24 portions, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, potlucks, or simply stocking your freezer for those busy weeknights. With a delightful blend of spices, fresh ingredients, and the option to use gluten-free and dairy-free components, this recipe caters to a variety of dietary preferences without compromising on taste.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your home as the sauce simmers gently in the slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over 8 to 9 hours. The combination of juicy diced tomatoes, savory Italian sausage or ground beef, and a medley of mushrooms and onions creates a hearty sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite gluten-free pasta or can be enjoyed on its own. The addition of herbs like basil and oregano elevates the dish, giving it that authentic Italian flair.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you savoring every bite. So gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy a delicious homemade sauce that will impress your family and friends alike!

Ingredients

  • 29 oz tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • 29 oz tomato sauce canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • tablespoons basil dried
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • lb ground sausage italian
  • cups mushrooms sliced
  • 1.5 cups onion chopped
  • tablespoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 12 oz canned tomatoes canned
  • 24 servings frangelico 
  • 24 servings frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Place Reynolds™ Slow Cooker Liners inside a 5- to 6 1/2 -qt slow cooker bowl. Make sure that liner fits snugly against the bottom and sides of bowl and pull the top of the liner over rim of bowl.
  2. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, onions, mushrooms and garlic over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  3. Place sausage mixture in lined slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  4. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein16.69%
Fat66.74%
Carbs16.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.8
Glycemic Load
1.64
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.850000023194%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.72kcal
7.99%
Fat:12.1g
18.62%
Saturated Fat:4.31g
26.92%
Carbohydrates:6.76g
2.25%
Net Carbohydrates:5.13g
1.86%
Sugar:3.76g
4.18%
Cholesterol:28.73mg
9.58%
Sodium:605.21mg
26.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.81g
13.61%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.49%
Selenium:10.63µg
15.19%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.18%
Vitamin B3:2.32mg
11.61%
Vitamin C:8.79mg
10.66%
Potassium:359.14mg
10.26%
Iron:1.75mg
9.74%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.47%
Vitamin K:9.88µg
9.41%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.02%
Phosphorus:86.31mg
8.63%
Copper:0.16mg
8.01%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.65%
Fiber:1.63g
6.52%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.25%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.79%
Magnesium:22.01mg
5.5%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.21%
Vitamin A:237.76IU
4.76%
Calcium:42.12mg
4.21%
Folate:15.52µg
3.88%