This Crock Pot Beef Coney Sauce is a tangy and savory recipe, which includes extra lean ground beef and Worcestershire sauce. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in about 4 hours and 10 minutes.
Crock Pot Beef Coney Sauce Ingredients
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 1 tablespoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Coney Sauce
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer to slow cooker: Add the cooked ground beef and all remaining ingredients to a 4 to 6-quart crock pot.
- Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours.
- Serve: Spoon over hot dogs as a classic coney topping.

Recipe Tips
- Can I make this spicier?
Add more cayenne or a dash of hot sauce for extra heat. - Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes, cook the beef and mix the ingredients ahead; refrigerate and slow cook when ready. - What kind of ground beef is best?
Extra lean is ideal to minimize grease, but any ground beef works with draining. - Can I use fresh garlic and onions?
Absolutely, just finely mince them and use in place of powders. - Is this sauce freezer-friendly?
Yes, freeze in portions and reheat as needed.
What To Serve With Coney Sauce
Perfect for topping hot dogs, this sauce also goes well with:
- Steamed hot dog buns
- French fries or tater tots
- Baked beans
- Macaroni salad
- Coleslaw

How To Store Coney Sauce
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze in portioned containers for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
Coney Sauce Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 112 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
- Sodium: 83mg
- Potassium: 210mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I double this recipe?
Yes, just ensure your slow cooker is large enough to handle the volume.
How do I keep the sauce from drying out?
Add a splash of water or tomato sauce if needed during cooking.
Can I use turkey instead of beef?
Yes, ground turkey works well as a leaner option.
Does this taste like chili?
It has similar spices but is smoother and more saucy, ideal for hot dogs.
Can I serve this for a crowd?
Absolutely—keep it warm in the crock pot for easy serving.
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Crock Pot Beef Coney Sauce
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings10
minutes4
hours112
kcalA flavorful, slow-cooked meat sauce perfect for topping hot dogs at cookouts or game day.
Ingredients
1 lb extra lean ground beef
15 oz tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup minced onion
1 tbsp ground mustard
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
Directions
- Brown beef in a skillet, breaking into crumbles; drain fat.
- Add beef and all ingredients to a slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours.
- Serve warm over hot dogs.
