Description
Caramelized French Onion Pasta is a warm and inviting dish that beautifully marries the rich flavors of sweet, caramelized onions with creamy pasta. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests at dinner parties. In just under 30 minutes, you will create a dish bursting with flavor that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and salt; stir occasionally until golden brown (20-25 minutes).
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Cook pasta: Meanwhile, cook spaghetti or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Create the sauce: Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Combine: Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the onion sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Finish: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For a unique twist, try using Gruyère or goat cheese instead of Parmesan. - Adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach can enhance flavor and nutrition.