Description
This One Pot French Onion Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup with creamy pasta. Caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese, and fresh herbs come together to create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
Other Ingredients:
- 5 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 12 ounces uncooked rigatoni or other short pasta
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions – In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until deeply caramelized (about 20–25 minutes).
- Deglaze the Pot – Pour in a splash of broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom.
- Add the Broth and Pasta – Stir in the remaining broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed (about 10–12 minutes).
- Incorporate the Cheese – Stir in shredded Gruyère until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish and Serve – Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley or thyme for a burst of color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French onion pasta, one pot pasta, caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese, comfort food
