This family favorite slow cooker spaghetti sauce is made with simple ingredients and without the need to watch over a simmering pot. The slow-cooked beef and veggies makes a thick and rich sauce that is perfect over your favorite pasta noodles!
To a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Brown the meat until no longer pink. Drain any grease, if needed.
Spray at least a 4-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray and place all the ingredients into the cooker.
Cook for 3-4 hours on HIGH or for 6 hours on LOW.
Check for seasonings and adjust if necessary adding more salt, pepper, or honey if tart. Discard the bay leaves.
Cook spaghetti separately and spoon sauce over noodles to serve.
Notes
Depending on what tomato is used, taste the sauce towards the end and add up to an additional teaspoon of honey, if needed.For a sweeter sauce add more honey or sugar and season well with salt and black pepper.Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.