Description
A savory and creamy one pot French onion pasta dish that combines caramelized onions, garlic, and Gruyère cheese for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (like penne or fusilli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mix in minced garlic, dried thyme, and sugar; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a vigorous boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, stirring frequently.
- Once pasta is al dente, lower the heat and stir in heavy cream; simmer for a few minutes.
- Remove from heat and fold in shredded Gruyère cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot topped with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian twist, use vegetable broth and a dairy-free cream alternative.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or fresh spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg