Description
This French Onion Pasta recipe combines the rich, caramelized flavors of classic French onion soup with comforting pasta for a creamy, cheesy dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners. Tender onions simmered in beef broth and cream create a luscious sauce, layered with nutty Gruyere cheese and finished under the broiler for a golden, bubbly top.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta
Onion Sauce
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- Add Broth and Thyme: Stir in the beef broth and thyme. Let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Combine Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Mix in half of the shredded Gruyere cheese, stirring to combine thoroughly and coat the pasta evenly.
- Broil with Cheese Topping: Transfer the pasta mixture to an oven-safe dish if your skillet isn’t broiler-safe. Sprinkle the remaining Gruyere cheese evenly over the top. Place under the broiler until the cheese melts and turns golden brown and bubbly, about 2-4 minutes.
Notes
- Use low-sodium beef broth if watching salt intake.
- Gruyere cheese can be substituted with Swiss or Emmental for a similar flavor.
- Caramelizing onions slowly is key for deep flavor; don’t rush this step.
- Watch the pasta closely under the broiler to avoid burning the cheese.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth in place of beef broth.
