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French Onion Pasta Creamy

Creamy French Onion Pasta: Comfort in Every Bite

A delightful fusion of comforting flavors, this Creamy French Onion Pasta is a must-try for pasta lovers!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can use vegetable oil as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter increase olive oil for a dairy-free version
  • 3 large Yellow Onions provides sweetness when caramelized
  • 1/8 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt enhances the onion flavor
  • 1/8 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper adds warmth
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for a spicy kick
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce provides umami depth
  • 1 tablespoon Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce enhances savory notes
  • 1375 ml Water use beef broth for richer flavor
  • 340 ml Evaporated Milk adds creamy texture
  • 1/2 tablespoon Cornstarch helps thicken the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Beef Bouillon Granules/Cubes omit for vegetarian version
For the Pasta
  • 450 grams Uncooked Short Pasta orecchiette is recommended
For the Finish
  • 140 grams Gruyère Cheese shredded
  • 25 grams Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley minced or 1 tsp dried
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme minced or 3/4 tsp dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for French Onion Pasta Creamy
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 3 large sliced yellow onions, 1/8 teaspoon of fine sea salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Sauté for 30-35 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are dark golden brown and deeply caramelized.
  2. Once the onions are caramelized, add 4 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, stir in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of reduced-sodium soy sauce.
  3. Pour in 1375 ml of water and half of the 340 ml can of evaporated milk into the pot, stirring to mix. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining evaporated milk and 1/2 tablespoon of cornstarch until smooth, then add this mixture to the pot along with 2 tablespoons of beef bouillon granules, 1 tablespoon of minced fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons of minced fresh thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Add 450 grams of uncooked short pasta to the boiling sauce. Stir well to ensure the pasta is fully submerged, then cover the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in 140 grams of shredded Gruyère cheese and 25 grams of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Serve the French Onion Pasta Creamy garnished with additional minced parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This Creamy French Onion Pasta is a one-pot wonder that is comforting and satisfying, making it a great choice for any weeknight meal.

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