Description
Inspired by French onion soup, this Easy French Onion Pasta is rich, creamy, and made in one pot. Caramelized onions, beef broth, thyme, and parmesan create a cozy, soul-hugging pasta dish that’s ready in 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup non-alcoholic white wine (or broth)
- 2 cups mini pasta (farfalle, orecchiette, etc.)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook 35–40 minutes, stirring often, until deep golden brown.
- Deglaze with white wine or a splash of broth. Add garlic and thyme. Cook 2–3 minutes.
- Add uncooked pasta and beef broth. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan. Cook 2–3 more minutes until thick and creamy.
- Garnish with extra parmesan and thyme. Serve hot.
Notes
For added protein, top with grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat with a splash of broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 193
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 704mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 52mg
Keywords: Easy French Onion Pasta, one-pot pasta, caramelized onion pasta, french onion pasta recipe