Description
This Easy French Onion Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines caramelized onions, creamy sauce, and gooey cheeses. It’s a perfect meal for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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FOR THE ONIONS
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large yellow onions, sliced into rings 1/8-inch thick (Mandoline recommended)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
FOR THE SAUCE
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- pinch-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
- 5 1/2 cups water (may sub beef broth and omit bouillon)
- 1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
- 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon (granulated, base or cubes) (may omit and use beef broth instead of water)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced (or 3/4 tsp dried)
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Add Last
- 1 pound short cut pasta, uncooked (I use orecchiette)
- 5 oz. Gruyere cheese, freshly shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly shredded
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize onions: Melt butter in olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper. Cook until caramelized, about 30-35 minutes.
- Make sauce: Once onions are caramelized, add garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Add water, half of evaporated milk, cornstarch mixture, beef bouillon, herbs, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.
- Boil pasta: Add pasta to the sauce and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until al dente, stirring often.
- Add cheeses: Remove from heat and stir in Gruyere and Parmesan until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Add more water or milk for a saucier pasta. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Meal Prep: Onions can be sliced and stored for up to two days. Caramelize onions ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Leftovers: Store cooled pasta in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop, adding water or milk if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg