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One Pot French Onion Pasta

One Pot French Onion Pasta: A Cozy Creamy Delight

One Pot French Onion Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish inspired by classic French Onion Soup, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces orecchiette or other pasta shapes like radiatori or rotini
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 medium yellow onions sliced into 1/8-inch rings
  • 4 cloves garlic minced; can substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups water can use beef broth for more flavor
  • 1 cube beef bouillon
For Creaminess
  • 6 ounces evaporated milk do not substitute with regular milk
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce use reduced sodium
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or dried herbs if fresh isn’t available
  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley or dried herbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to taste
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese or Swiss cheese as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best taste

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add 4 sliced yellow onions and cook for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown and caramelized.
  2. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pot. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Incorporate 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of water and half of a 12-ounce can of evaporated milk. Whisk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with the remaining evaporated milk until smooth, then add to the pot.
  4. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Add 12 ounces of orecchiette pasta and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded Gruyere and 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure onions are sliced evenly for consistent caramelization. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Add a splash of water or evaporated milk when reheating to maintain creaminess.

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