Pasta is without a doubt one of the most universally adored foods out there. Whether it's being smothered in a hearty meat ragu, simmering in delectable cheeses, or tossed in a velvety cream sauce; pasta in all of its many forms is stunning in its simplicity. When cooked with care, pasta has the incredible ability to make the home cook feel like a world-renowned chef.

These incredible slow cooker pasta recipes set the standard for simple, delicious meals that the whole family is sure to enjoy.

For an Italian feast that is sure to impress, look no further than this outstanding recipe for slow cooker stuffed shells. This brilliant dish is so easy, you'll wonder how you managed to go so long without it! In this delicious recipe, four different cheeses are mixed with savory basil pesto and stuffed into dreamy pasta shells before being cooked to perfection in the comfort of your own slow cooker.

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Heather’s Bytes offers up a mouthwatering interpretation of this classic Russian dish. Beef Stroganoff is traditionally composed of sautéed beef and sour cream sauce served over noodles. This recipe sets itself apart by using condensed mushroom soup—a perfect ingredient for the slow cooker as it adds a creaminess and depth of flavor not often found in dishes of such humble origins. Of her secret ingredient, Heather admits, “I’m not a huge fan of using condensed soups in many recipes, there are a few where they work well, and this is one of them.”

If using a wheat-based pasta, be aware that it will take a bit longer to cook through. Live Strong recommends cooking on high for approximately 30 to 45 minutes for any wheat-based noodles.

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It’s not too often that you see tortellini in a slow cooker recipe—but this creamy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini recipe from the Gunny Sack will leave you wondering how such a clearly brilliant idea has gone unnoticed for so long! “This Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is warm and comforting on a cold winter night. This easy, cheesy dinner is now a family favorite!” Tonia’s recipe calls for refrigerated tortellini, but if you’re using frozen, just add 5 more minutes to the cooking time.

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When the kids can’t decide between pizza and pasta for dinner, Julie’s Eats and Treats is here to settle the score with this mouthwatering Slow Cooker Pizza Pasta. This brilliant recipe is layered with satisfaction—bringing you the tangy notes of pepperoni pizza while indulging your cravings for the cheesiest of pasta bakes. One Dish Dinners has some fantastic tips when it comes to serving your delicious pasta feast. They recommend "transferring the contents of the slow cooker to a large bowl or serving dish to prevent the pasta from overcooking while the slow cooker sits on the warm setting.”

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A pasta list is never truly complete without an appearance from the king of all pastas; lasagna. Tastes Better from Scratch offers up this fantastic lasagna recipe in their homage to ‘the basics’. It may be basic to make, but there sure isn’t anything basic about the flavors in this perfect slow cooker lasagna. This is a great meal for the whole family, and in the unlikely case that there are any delicious leftovers, can be easily stored in the fridge or freezer.

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