This comforting slow cooker spaghetti is perfect for feeding a crowd at church gatherings or potlucks. Made with ground beef, tomato sauce, and a hint of seasoning, it simmers low and slow to develop deep, savory flavor. A no-fuss dish that’s hearty, delicious, and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Course Comfort Food, Family Favorites, Main Course, Potluck, Slow Cooker
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 420kcal
Ingredients
1lbground beeflean
1oniondiced
2clovesgarlicminced
1jarspaghetti sauce24 oz
1candiced tomatoes14.5 oz, undrained
1tspItalian seasoning
1tspsaltor to taste
1/2tspblack pepper
12ozspaghettibroken in half
2cupswater
1/2cupParmesan cheesegrated, for serving
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and garlic until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
Transfer the cooked beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
Add spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours.
Break spaghetti in half and stir it into the slow cooker mixture along with the water. Cover and cook for an additional 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender.
Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For added richness, stir in a few tablespoons of cream cheese or shredded mozzarella at the end.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal
Keyword church supper, ground beef, make-ahead, slow cooker, spaghetti