Easy French Onion Pasta
A comforting pasta dish that brings the rich flavors of classic French onion soup, featuring creamy sauce, caramelized onions, and Gruyère cheese.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or penne) Choose your preferred pasta shape.
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced Use yellow or sweet onions for better flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh)
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese May substitute with Swiss or mozzarella cheese.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning as preferred.
- for garnish Chopped parsley Use fresh parsley for garnish.
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the garlic and thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- Mix in the cooked pasta and half of the Gruyère cheese. Toss to combine, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with the remaining cheese and chopped parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream to refresh the sauce. Adjust cheese and seasoning according to personal preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g