Description
This Easy French Onion Pasta is a delicious twist on the classic French onion soup. Caramelized onions are combined with a creamy sauce, pasta, and two types of cheese for a comforting and flavorful dish.
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. freshly shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan Cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize onions: Melt butter in olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, and pepper. Cook until caramelized, about 30-35 minutes.
- Make sauce: Add garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce to the caramelized onions. Add liquids, seasonings, and bring to a boil.
- Boil pasta: Add pasta to the boiling sauce and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until al dente, stirring often.
- Add cheeses: Remove from heat and stir in Gruyere and Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, you can use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- You can customize the cheese blend according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 55mg