Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole - so easy to make with only 8 ingredients! No need to precook the pasta! It cooks right in the crockpot!! This is on repeat in our house! Ground round, Italian sausage, spaghetti noodles, spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese. Ready to eat in 4 hours. All you need is a quick salad and some crusty bread and dinner is done! #slowcooker #crockpot #spaghetti #casserole #spaghetticasserole #groundbeef #sausage

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage

    casings removed

  • 8- oz uncooked spaghetti

    broken into thirds

  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce

    26-oz

  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes

    undrained, 14.5-oz

  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook ground beef and Italian sausage in a large skillet, stirring until crumbled and is no longer pink; drain the meat, and return to skillet. Stir in spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and Italian seasoning.

  2. 2

    Spoon half of the meat mixture into a lightly greased 6-qt. slow cooker. Top with broken spaghetti. Spoon remaining half of meat mixture over top.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese.

  4. 4

    Cover and cook on Low 4 hours. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole

4.9(24)

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About this Recipe

Craving a hearty, comforting dinner that practically makes itself? This Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole is the answer, bringing together classic Italian-American flavors with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.

The true genius of this recipe lies in its simplicity: no need to precook the spaghetti noodles! They cook right in the crockpot, absorbing all the rich flavors from the sauce and meats. With just eight common ingredients, you'll achieve a deeply satisfying dish that tastes like it took all day to prepare.

Imagine tender spaghetti noodles, infused with a robust sauce made from savory ground round and zesty Italian sausage. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of rich tomato, aromatic Italian seasoning, and melted sharp cheddar, all crowned with a sprinkle of salty Parmesan cheese.

This casserole is the ultimate comfort food, hearty and warm, perfect for a cozy weeknight or feeding a crowd without fuss.

While delicious as is, you can easily adapt this casserole. Consider using lean ground turkey for a lighter option or a mix of hot and mild Italian sausage for extra spice. For a vegetarian twist, swap the meats for a medley of sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers, adding more richness with vegetable broth instead of water. If sharp cheddar isn't your preference, Monterey Jack or a classic mozzarella would also melt beautifully into the dish.

This Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate family dinner, ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad and some warm, crusty bread to sop up every last bit of that delicious sauce.

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