Easy French Onion Pasta
A creamy and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with perfectly cooked pasta, enveloped in a luscious sauce made from caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine, spaghetti)
Onion Mixture
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced Yellow onions are classic for caramelizing.
- 2 tablespoons butter Combines with olive oil to enhance flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Prevents butter from burning.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aroma and flavor.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian version.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded Substitute with Swiss cheese or sharp cheddar if necessary.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley Optional for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Add minced garlic and cook for one more minute, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the broth and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss with the onion sauce.
- Stir in the shredded Gruyère cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, you can use a splash of white wine when adding the broth, or experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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