This is my signature dish for church suppers, and my friends at church absolutely rave about it
This hearty Slow Cooker Church Supper Spaghetti is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. The rich tomato sauce and tender ground beef make it a satisfying and delicious meal.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 2 pounds |
| Onion, chopped | 1 large |
| Garlic, minced | 4 cloves |
| Crushed tomatoes | 2 cans (28 ounces each) |
| Tomato sauce | 1 can (15 ounces) |
| Tomato paste | 1 can (6 ounces) |
| Red wine (optional) | 1/2 cup |
| Sugar | 1 tablespoon |
| Dried basil | 2 teaspoons |
| Dried oregano | 2 teaspoons |
| Dried parsley | 1 teaspoon |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Spaghetti | 1 pound |
Instructions:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, red wine (if using), sugar, basil, oregano, parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine all the ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 20-30 minutes before serving, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the spaghetti and add it to the slow cooker, mixing well to ensure the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
- Allow the spaghetti to sit in the slow cooker for another 10 minutes to absorb the flavors, then serve hot.
