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The savory sweetness of garlic-infused pasta harmonizes exquisitely with the rich tastes of the sea in today’s recipe for Slow Cooker Garlic Shrimp Pasta. Even though shrimp pasta originates in Mediterranean cuisines, this slow cooker version is ideal for days when you’re too busy to cook but yet want a satisfying dinner that tastes like you ate at a nice restaurant. Envision a bed of al dente pasta smothered in a creamy garlic sauce with plump, juicy shrimp. Impress your dinner guests with this crowd-pleasing dish that is both simple to make and adds a sense of class to your table.

A simple mixed green salad dressed with a lemon vinaigrette is the perfect accompaniment to this Slow Cooker Garlic Shrimp Pasta. The vinegar provides a tart contrast to the creamy, rich pasta. Some crusty garlic bread would be perfect for mopping up all that delicious sauce, by the way. Steamed broccoli or roasted asparagus would make a healthy side dish that would round out the entrée with a pleasing crunch. To round out the fish tastes, pair it with a refreshing white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc.

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Pasta with Garlic Shrimp cooked in a slow cooker that serves four people. This dish combines tender shrimp with a flavorful garlic sauce over pasta, making for an easy and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

1 pound (450g) large shrimp: peeled and deveined
8 ounces (225g) pasta: your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine works well)
4 cloves garlic: minced
1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
1/2 cup (120ml) chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup (60ml) white wine: optional, can be substituted with more broth
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes: optional, for a bit of heat
Salt and pepper: to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh parsley: chopped, for garnish
Grated Parmesan cheese: for serving