Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of French onion soup with a delicious twist in this Easy French Onion Pasta recipe. Caramelized onions, savory sauce, and gooey cheeses come together to create a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Onions:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large yellow onions, sliced into rings 1/8-inch thick (Mandoline recommended)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
For the Sauce:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Pinch-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
- 5 1/2 cups water
- 1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
- 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Add Last:
- 1 pound short cut pasta, uncooked
- 5 oz. freshly shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize onions: Melt butter in olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper. Cook until caramelized, about 30-35 minutes.
- Make sauce: Sauté garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Add water, half of the evaporated milk, cornstarch mixture, beef bouillon, and seasonings. Boil.
- Boil pasta: Add pasta and simmer for 20-25 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally.
- Add cheeses: Remove from heat and stir in Gruyere and Parmesan until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Meal Prep: Onions can be sliced and stored for up to two days. Caramelize onions and other ingredients (except pasta and cheeses) in advance.
- Leftovers: Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on stovetop or microwave, adding water or milk for a saucier consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg