Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs
Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs
Servings
4
servingsFew things are as satisfying as a hearty pot of saucy spaghetti and tender meatballs. This slow cooker version takes all the work out of it—just add the ingredients, let them simmer, and enjoy a classic comfort meal with hardly any effort.
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Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups beef broth
1/2 lb spaghetti, broken in half
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
- Pour half of the marinara sauce and diced tomatoes into the slow cooker. Add meatballs in a single layer, then top with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the beef broth and broken spaghetti, ensuring the pasta is submerged. Cook until the spaghetti is tender.
- Stir everything together, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve hot with extra Parmesan.
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