"An easy slow cooker dinner! This thick, rich Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce is loaded with ground beef, Italian sausage, tomatoes and fresh herbs...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lbs. lean ground beef
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1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
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3 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup finely-diced onion
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2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons red wine (or sub with balsamic vinegar)
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¼ cup chopped fresh basil ((or about 2 teaspoons dried basil))
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano ((or about ½ teaspoon dried oregano))
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1-2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 tablespoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
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For serving: 1 lb. pasta, cooked according to package instructions
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Garnish: grated Parmesan cheese; chopped fresh herbs