Description
French Onion Pasta combines the comforting flavors of classic French onion soup with the indulgence of pasta, creating a unique culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup gruyere cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Start by boiling water in a large pot. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, combine butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and stir occasionally, allowing them to caramelize over 25-30 minutes until they turn a deep golden color.
- Season the onions: Add thyme, salt, and pepper to the caramelized onions, mixing well to incorporate the seasonings.
- Create the broth: Pour in the broth, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Combine the pasta: Stir in the cooked pasta, ensuring it absorbs all that luscious flavor from the broth and onions.
- Melt the cheese: Add the grated gruyere cheese, stirring until it melts beautifully into the dish.
- Serve and garnish: Dish out the pasta while it’s hot, sprinkled with fresh parsley.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the caramelized onions in advance and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg