Description
This rich and creamy Savory French Onion Pasta is a comforting meal packed with the sweet and savory flavors of caramelized onions, melted cheese, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish brings all the deliciousness of French onion soup to your pasta bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, until they become golden brown and caramelized.
- Add garlic and thyme: Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly. Add the heavy cream and simmer for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add cheese: Stir in the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, allowing them to melt into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce until fully coated. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh thyme, if desired.
Notes
- Cheese variations: If you don’t have Gruyère, you can substitute with Swiss or mozzarella for a slightly different flavor.
- Vegetarian option: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth and skip any meat-based additions.
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for a deeper flavor or a dash of garlic powder for extra seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g