The Perfect Slow Cooker Spaghetti for Busy Weeknights

 

🌟 Slow Cooker Hearty Beef & Veggie Spaghetti 🌟

This slow cooker beef and vegetable spaghetti is cozy, filling, and packed with flavor—perfect for those cool evenings when you just want a hearty homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)

◾️1 lb ground beef

◾️1 onion, diced

◾️2 cloves garlic, minced

◾️1 bell pepper, diced

◾️2 carrots, sliced

◾️2 celery stalks, sliced

◾️1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes

◾️1 can (6 oz) tomato paste

◾️2 cups beef broth

◾️1 tsp dried oregano

◾️1 tsp dried basil

◾️Salt & pepper, to taste

◾️12 oz spaghetti, broken in half

◾️Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

👩‍🍳 Directions:

✅️1. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain fat.

✅️2. Add onion & garlic, sauté until fragrant.

✅️3. Transfer mixture to slow cooker.

✅️4. Add veggies, tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and seasonings. Stir well.

✅️5. Cook 6–7 hrs on Low or 3–4 hrs on High.

✅️6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in broken spaghetti. Cook until tender.

✅️7. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese.

💡 4 Helpful Tips

1. Vegetarian Twist ➡️ Skip the beef and double up on mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for a lighter but equally hearty version.

2. Make It Creamy ➡️ Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream or ricotta cheese before serving for a rich, velvety sauce.

3. Meal Prep Friendly ➡️ This spaghetti tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

4. Boost the Flavor ➡️ Add a splash of red wine or a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking for a deeper, more robust taste.