Description
French Onion Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions with creamy pasta. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, transporting you to a Parisian bistro with each bite. With its savory goodness and melty cheese, this easy-to-make meal will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 large sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia), thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add sliced onions and sauté for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually pour in the beef broth, scraping up any bits from the skillet. Let simmer until slightly reduced.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream; cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Mix in grated cheese until melted and serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg