Onion Soup Pasta
Onion Soup Pasta is a delightful fusion of comfort food and gourmet cuisine, featuring golden caramelized onions, silky pasta, and a rich broth. This dish transforms everyday ingredients into an unforgettable dining experience that will warm your heart and impress your guests. Perfect for cozy nights or special occasions, this recipe promises a bowlful of warmth and flavor that you’ll crave long after the last bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 8 oz wide pasta (e.g., fettuccine)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water before draining.
- Pour vegetable broth into the onion mixture; bring to a simmer while scraping the pan to incorporate flavors.
- Add drained pasta and reserved pasta water to the broth mixture; stir until coated.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese on top; cover for a few minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute any pasta shape you prefer or add crispy bacon bits for extra flavor. For vegetarian options, ensure to use vegetable broth and consider adding sautéed mushrooms.