Description
This French Onion Pasta is a delightful mix of creamy sauce, caramelized onions, and pasta that offers a cozy, comforting meal for any occasion. It’s quick to prepare and guarantees a burst of irresistible flavors with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 1/2 cups beef broth (or vegetable stock)
- 1 pound shell pasta (or other short, dry pasta)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped, for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over low heat. Add onions and cook for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze with a splash of beef broth.
- Add remaining broth, pasta, and thyme. Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Incorporate the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, warm through, and season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Freezing is possible for up to 3 months; reheat with added broth or cream if thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg