Delicious Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce Recipe
Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce — a italian recipe (condiments and sauces) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
490
Total Time (min)
6
servings
225
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans crushed tomatoes (28 oz each)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
5 steps
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Do not let the garlic burn.Combine Ingredients
In the slow cooker, combine sautéed onions and garlic with crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.
Stir well to mix all ingredients.Set Slow Cooker
Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
The longer it cooks, the more the flavors will develop.Taste and Adjust
Once cooking time is complete, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Add more sugar if the sauce is too acidic.Serve
Serve the tomato sauce over pasta, use it as a base for pizza, or store for later use.
This sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your italian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce Recipe is a beloved dish from Italian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 490 minutes, it is a rewarding project for when you have extra time in the kitchen.
Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on simple, quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Each region of Italy has its own distinct culinary traditions, passed down through generations.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes. Use about 3 pounds, peeled and chopped.
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Nutrition Facts
6 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
