Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Linguine with Caramelized Onions

Name: Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Linguine with Caramelized Onions
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz linguine pasta; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional); 1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.; 2. Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.; 3. Transfer the caramelized onions and garlic to the slow cooker.; 4. Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth to the slow cooker.; 5. Break the linguine in half and place it in the slow cooker, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid.; 7. Before serving, stir in the chopped parsley and chives.

8 steps

Updated at: Fri, 26 Dec 2025 22:01:33 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1497.7 kcal (75%)

Total Fat133.3 g (190%)

Carbs68.3 g (26%)

Sugars7.1 g (8%)

Protein12 g (24%)

Sodium1040.7 mg (52%)

Fiber5.1 g (18%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Step 2

2. Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

3. Transfer the caramelized onions and garlic to the slow cooker.

Step 4

4. Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth to the slow cooker.

Step 5

5. Break the linguine in half and place it in the slow cooker, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid.

Step 6

6. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 7

7. Before serving, stir in the chopped parsley and chives.