Tailgate Triumph: Just 3 ingredients. Throw it on early and let the appliance do all the heavy lifting before the game begins.

end if you want to stretch this into an even more filling main dish for hungry guests.

For picky eaters: Keep the recipe as written and let everyone add their own extras at the table, like grated cheese, a little butter, or a sprinkle of mild dried herbs. That way the base stays simple and familiar.

For texture control: Capellini cooks quickly, even in a slow cooker, so start checking early. If it sits too long after becoming tender, the noodles can soften more than you want. A gentle stir