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Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce II

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce II

3.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
240 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in onion and garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. 2 In a slow cooker combine ground beef mixture, tomato puree, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning and salt. Cook on low for 4 hours.

By KINGJN

Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the tomatoes, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and sugar into the onion and garlic mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the flavors blend to your liking, 45 to 60 minutes. Stir the basil into the sauce; season with salt and pepper.

By Carolyn

Pasta/Pizza Sauce

Pasta/Pizza Sauce

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, water, Parmesan cheese, wine, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.

By JANDEE

Mom's Best Spaghetti Sauce

Mom's Best Spaghetti Sauce

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
255 min
Total
755 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix together whole tomatoes, mushrooms, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, onions, basil, garlic, sugar, 1 pinch of baking soda, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat while stirring, then reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for at least 4 hours.
  3. 3 Stir in remaining pinch of baking soda; sauce will foam. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick and almost brown. Make sure to scrape the sides of the pan into the sauce.
  4. 4 Stir in Parmesan cheese. Taste sauce: if too tangy or acidic, add another pinch of baking soda and simmer for 30 more minutes.
  5. 5 Let sauce cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight. Reheat the next day and serve.

By Barb Tucker

Valerie's Bolognese Sauce

Valerie's Bolognese Sauce

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
100 min
Total
115 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until the vegetables are soft and beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Place the ground beef into the pan, and cook and stir, breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until well browned, about 10 more minutes. Pour in the red wine, bring to a boil, and cook until the liquid is almost absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour in the milk and nutmeg, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk is almost absorbed, 10 more minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, and oregano, bring to a simmer, and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

By valerie160

Meat-Lover's Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce

Meat-Lover's Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
500 min
Total
520 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and onion; cook and stir until sausage is browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer sausage and onions to a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Add ground beef to the same skillet over medium heat; season with Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and marjoram. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Transfer ground beef into the slow cooker.
  3. 3 Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and basil. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Stir in sugar 15 minutes before serving.

By Ashley

Light or Dark Brown Sugar

Light or Dark Brown Sugar

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine sugar and molasses in a mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until molasses is completely incorporated. Store in an airtight container.

By JillH

Grapefruit Marmalade

Grapefruit Marmalade

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
1495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect two 5-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until marmalade is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Thoroughly wash and dry the grapefruits. Run a zester around 2 grapefruits to produce ribbons of zest. Set aside. Cut away thin strips of peel from the other two grapefruits with a sharp paring knife.
  3. 3 Peel off all remaining outer white parts of the fruit and discard. Cut the grapefruits into wheels. Remove any seeds.
  4. 4 Put grapefruit wheels and zest strips into a non-reactive saucepan. Add sugar and stir well to cover fruit. Heat over medium-high heat until bubbling, mixing constantly. Smash the heated fruit until it liquefies. Reduce heat to low and cook over a steady boil, stirring often. Remove and discard any persistent white froth that won't disappear after being stirred. Continue to cook for about 10 minutes until marmalade begins to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. 5 Add zest ribbons and cook for 5 minutes more. Place a small amount of marmalade on a plate and put it in the freezer. Test the consistency after 3 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove the marmalade from the heat when the freezer sample meets your desired consistency.
  7. 7 Pack grapefruit jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  8. 8 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  9. 9 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Buckwheat Queen

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sugar and orange juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir until sugar dissolves. Add cranberries; cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to pop, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Transfer to a bowl; cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.

By Toni

Strawberry Vinegar

Strawberry Vinegar

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
4330 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan to just below boiling. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  2. 2 Place strawberries in a sterilized pint jar and lightly press with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release a bit of juice. Pour in vinegar and wipe the rim with a clean cloth. Seal and let sit in a cool, dark place until flavors develop, about 3 days. Shake jar gently once a day. Infuse longer for a more concentrated flavor.
  3. 3 Strain the infused vinegar into a sterile bottle or jar through a cheesecloth or coffee filter. Seal.

By France Cevallos

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam with Jell-O

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam with Jell-O

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
525 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saucepan or stockpot, stir together the fresh rhubarb and sugar. Cover, and let stand overnight.
  2. 2 Bring the rhubarb and sugar to a boil over medium heat. Boil, stirring constantly, for 12 minutes on low heat. Remove from heat, and stir in dry gelatin mix. Transfer to sterile jars, and refrigerate.

By SALLY 888

Simple Strawberry Syrup

Simple Strawberry Syrup

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; stir until sugar is dissolved. Mix strawberries into saucepan and bring to a boil; boil for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until strawberries are mushy and sauce is thick, about 10 minutes. Strain liquid into a bottle and refrigerate.

By Daniel Maynard

Mamma K's Fig Preserves with a Twist

Mamma K's Fig Preserves with a Twist

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
35 min
Total
3005 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine figs, sugar, gelatin mix, and lemon in a large pot; set aside for 1 hour. Bring to a boil; cook over medium heat, stirring often to prevent burning, until foam disappears and preserves are thick, 25 to 40 minutes.
  2. 2 Inspect three (1-pint) Mason jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until preserves ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  3. 3 Pack preserves into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove jars from the stockpot and place on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area; wait at least 2 days before opening.

By mammak

Homemade Maple Syrup

Homemade Maple Syrup

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring water, white sugar, and brown sugar to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. 3 Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in maple extract.
  4. 4 Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.

By LUCYNDA

Easy Small-Batch Blueberry Jam

Easy Small-Batch Blueberry Jam

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
  3. 3 Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Serve and enjoy!

By Deb C

Strawberry Freezer Jam

Strawberry Freezer Jam

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
1470 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Crush strawberries using a potato masher in a large bowl. (Alternatively, pulse strawberries in a food processor until just finely chopped but not pureed.) Drain strawberries through a fine mesh strainer; reserve juice for another use. Transfer 2 cups crushed strawberries to a large bowl (reserve any extra strawberries for another use); add sugar, and stir until evenly combined. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, stir pectin and water together in a small saucepan until combined. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; boil, stirring constantly, until a thick paste forms and pectin is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir boiling pectin-water mixture into strawberry mixture in large bowl; stir constantly for 3 minutes. To check if jam is set, coat back of a spoon with jam; run a finger through it. If jam remains separated, it is properly set. If jam runs back together, it is not set; stir until set, 3 more minutes. Pour into 2 sterilized pint-size jars or other storage containers, leaving a 1/2-inch space at the top to allow for expansion. Place tops on containers, and leave at room temperature for 24 hours.
  5. 5 Place in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving, or freeze until ready to use or up to 3 months. Enjoy!

By JORDAN76

Mock Chocolate Cookie Crust

Mock Chocolate Cookie Crust

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Whisk sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt together in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Pour melted butter into the mixture and stir to incorporate. Press dough into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
  3. 3 Bake crust in preheated oven until the sides are firm and the bottom bubbles slightly, about 10 minutes.

By The Purple Baker

Quince Jelly

Quince Jelly

4.4

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Sterilize eight ½-pint jars in boiling water for at least 5 minutes, and have new lids ready.
  2. 2 Place quinces in a large pot, and pour in water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. Strain off 4 cups of juice. Mix juice with sugar and lemon juice in a heavy pot, and bring to a boil over high heat, constantly stirring. Stir in pectin, and return to a boil. Boil for 1 full minute, constantly stirring. Remove from heat and skim off foam. Ladle into hot sterile jars, and process for 10 minutes in a hot water bath to seal.
  3. 3 Store sealed jars in a cool dark place. Refrigerate jelly after opening.

By FAYEBABES

Blueberry Simple Syrup

Blueberry Simple Syrup

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix blueberries, water, and sugar together using a whisk in a small saucepan over low heat until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium and bring a gentle boil, stirring often, until syrup is thickened, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Whisk lemon juice into syrup; serve immediately or cool.

By Vanessa Fregoso

Pickled Grilled Red Onions

Pickled Grilled Red Onions

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  2. 2 Peel onions and trim root ends just slightly. Quarter the onions, keeping the layers intact with the remaining root ends. If necessary, use a toothpick to keep layers together while on the grill.
  3. 3 Grill onions until slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Remove from the grill and place in a nonreactive bowl.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, heat vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small non-reactive saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Pour hot liquid over the grilled onions and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove onions from liquid and refrigerate until ready to use.

By CookBrooke

Crab Apple Jelly

Crab Apple Jelly

4.2

Prep
60 min
Cook
50 min
Total
830 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Inspect four 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jelly is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Remove stems and blossom ends from crab apples. Cut fruit into quarters and place into a large stainless steel pot. Add cinnamon stick, then pour in just enough water so you can see it through the fruit, but not so much that the fruit is floating. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until fruit is soft and has changed color, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Discard cinnamon stick. Strain fruit through 2 or 3 layers of cheesecloth; you should have at least 4 cups juice. Discard pulp, then pour juice back into the pot.
  4. 4 Bring juice to a simmer, then cook for 10 minutes. Skim off any foam that comes to the surface. Stir in sugar until completely dissolved. Continue cooking at a low boil until juice reaches a temperature of 220 to 222 degrees F (104 to 106 degrees C), 2 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  5. 5 Pack jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Bru

Easy Persimmon Jam

Easy Persimmon Jam

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine persimmon flesh, sugar, persimmon skin, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small pot over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until persimmon flesh softens and jam thickens, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Cool jam until set, about 30 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

By Shelly2012