Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of classic French onion soup with this Juicy French Onion Pasta recipe. Caramelized onions, creamy Gruyère cheese sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta combine for an unforgettable dish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese, plus more for topping
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown (30-40 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme during the last minute.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- If using, deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Let the wine reduce slightly. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Gruyère cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Gruyère cheese and fresh thyme sprigs.
Notes
- Don’t rush the caramelization process for the onions; it’s key for developing deep, sweet flavor.
- Use good quality Gruyère cheese for the best flavor.
- The starchy pasta water helps to bind the sauce and pasta, creating a luscious texture.
- Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: French onion pasta, creamy pasta recipe, caramelized onion pasta, Gruyère cheese pasta, easy pasta dinner, comfort food, weeknight meal