Description
A delightful pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with comforting pasta, featuring caramelized onions and melty cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli, ziti, or penne)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Black pepper
- 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese, grated
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet. Add onions and salt. Cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Build the Sauce: Add broth and thyme to the caramelized onions. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Stir cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Mix in cheese until melted.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning if necessary and enjoy your meal!
Notes
Be patient while caramelizing the onions and do not overcrowd the pan for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: French onion pasta, comfort food, quick meals, vegetarian pasta, easy recipes