Savory Slow-Cooked Vegetarian Spaghetti Sauce
This hearty vegetarian spaghetti sauce is a delightful adaptation that caters to plant-based diets without compromising on flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, it melds rich tomato flavors with aromatic herbs and savory veggie crumbles, creating a comforting dish that fills your home with an inviting aroma. Perfect for batch cooking, this sauce makes about 15 servings, so you can conveniently freeze portions in sandwich-sized bags for effortless meals on busy nights. It’s also a wonderful way to introduce more vegetables and plant proteins into your diet while satisfying your cravings for a classic spaghetti dinner.
15
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tomato sauce
6 (15 ounce cans)
Tomato paste
1 (12 ounce can)
Onion
1 (medium, finely chopped)
Garlic
4 (cloves, finely chopped)
Dried oregano
1/8 (cup)
Dried basil
1/8 (cup)
Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Grillers recipe crumbles
1 (12 ounce package)
Vegan brown sugar
3/4 (cup)
Instructions
1
Begin by defrosting the veggie crumbles. Cut a small hole in the bag and microwave for about 30 seconds until soft.
2
In a large slow cooker, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, finely chopped onion, finely chopped garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, defrosted veggie crumbles, and vegan brown sugar.
3
Stir the mixture well to ensure all ingredients are fully integrated.
4
Cover the crock pot and set it to low heat. Depending on your crock pot's specifications, let it simmer for 6 to 8 hours. If using a newer, faster model, consider cooking on low for a portion of the day and then switching to the warm setting to prevent burning.
5
Once cooked, stir the sauce again before serving it over warm spaghetti. Enjoy your delicious homemade vegetarian sauce!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Slow-Cooked Vegetarian Spaghetti Sauce?
It is a hearty vegetarian adaptation of traditional spaghetti sauce that melds rich tomato flavors with aromatic herbs and savory veggie crumbles using a slow cooker.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 15 servings.
Is this recipe suitable for a vegan diet?
Yes, it uses veggie crumbles and vegan brown sugar, making it suitable for plant-based and vegan diets.
What are the main ingredients in this sauce?
The main ingredients include tomato sauce, tomato paste, onion, garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, veggie crumbles, and vegan brown sugar.
How long should I cook the sauce in the slow cooker?
The sauce should be cooked on low heat for 6 to 8 hours.
How do I prepare the veggie crumbles?
Defrost the veggie crumbles by cutting a small hole in the bag and microwaving for about 30 seconds until soft.
Can I freeze the spaghetti sauce for later?
Yes, you can freeze portions in sandwich-sized bags for effortless meals on busy nights.
What kind of veggie crumbles are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 12-ounce package of Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Grillers recipe crumbles.
Do I need to stir the sauce while it cooks?
You should stir the mixture well before cooking to ensure all ingredients are integrated, and stir again once cooked before serving.
How much tomato sauce is required?
You will need six 15-ounce cans of tomato sauce.
How much tomato paste is used?
The recipe uses one 12-ounce can of tomato paste.
What is the recommended size for the onion?
One medium onion, finely chopped, is recommended.
How much garlic should I add?
The recipe requires 4 cloves of finely chopped garlic.
How much vegan brown sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of vegan brown sugar.
Can I use a newer, faster crock pot model?
Yes, but consider cooking on low for only a portion of the day and then switching to the warm setting to prevent burning.
What herbs are used for seasoning?
Dried oregano and dried basil are used, both in 1/8 cup measurements.
Is this a good recipe for batch cooking?
Yes, it is perfect for batch cooking as it makes a large quantity that can be easily portioned and frozen.
What should I serve this sauce with?
It is best served over warm spaghetti.
Is this a meatless dish?
Yes, it is a meatless recipe that satisfies cravings for a classic spaghetti dinner using plant proteins.
How do I combine the ingredients?
Combine the tomato sauce, paste, onion, garlic, herbs, defrosted veggie crumbles, and sugar in a large slow cooker and stir well.
Is the garlic chopped or minced?
The recipe specifies that the garlic should be finely chopped.
Does this recipe fill the home with an aroma?
Yes, it creates an inviting aroma of tomato and aromatic herbs as it slow-cooks.
Can I cook this on high heat?
The instructions specify setting the slow cooker to low heat.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 8 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is the brown sugar specifically vegan?
Yes, the recipe specifically lists vegan brown sugar to maintain the plant-based nature of the dish.
How many ounces of veggie crumbles are needed?
One 12-ounce package of veggie crumbles is required.
Is this considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is described as a comforting dish that is perfect for a classic spaghetti dinner.
How much dried basil is needed?
You will need 1/8 cup of dried basil.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to defrost the veggie crumbles in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
Should I cover the crock pot?
Yes, you should cover the crock pot while the sauce simmers.