Description
One-pot French onion pasta blends classic French flavors with comforting pasta. Rich caramelized onions and melted cheese create a luxurious dish that satisfies deep culinary cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsps butter
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 4 cups (32 oz) beef broth
- 1 cup (8 oz) water
- 12 oz pasta (penne or similar)
- 1/2 cup (4 oz) heavy cream
- 1 cup (4 oz) Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Caramelize sliced onions in a blend of butter and olive oil over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring consistently until they transform into a rich, golden-brown color.
- Incorporate minced garlic, a touch of sugar, and balsamic vinegar, sautéing for 1-2 minutes to intensify the aromatic flavors.
- Pour beef broth and water into the pot, bringing the liquid to a rolling boil.
- Introduce pasta directly into the bubbling liquid, allowing it to simmer and absorb the savory broth, stirring periodically until the pasta reaches perfect al dente tenderness.
- Lower the heat and gently fold in heavy cream, letting it meld with the melting Gruyere cheese until a luxurious, smooth sauce develops.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant, herbaceous finish, and serve the pasta piping hot for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Take your time caramelizing onions slowly to develop deep, rich flavor without burning them.
- Choose a sturdy pasta like rigatoni or penne that can hold the creamy sauce and absorb the delicious onion flavors.
- Swap beef broth with vegetable broth to make the dish vegetarian-friendly and equally delicious.
- Use lactose-free cream and cheese alternatives for those with dairy sensitivities while maintaining the recipe’s luxurious texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg