Description
Creamy One Pot French Onion Pasta blends classic French comfort with quick weeknight convenience. Caramelized onions and rich broth create a silky sauce that will transport you to a charming Parisian bistro in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded Gruyere cheese
Dairy and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) butter
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (16 grams) all-purpose flour
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Caramelize onions in a large pot with butter and olive oil over medium heat for approximately 20 minutes, developing rich golden-brown color and deep flavor.
- Introduce minced garlic and sauté briefly, then sprinkle flour to create a smooth roux, stirring continuously for one minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually stream chicken broth into the pot, whisking consistently to prevent lumps and create a silky base for the pasta sauce.
- Add uncooked pasta directly into the liquid, allowing it to simmer and absorb the flavorful broth while cooking until perfectly tender, gently stirring to prevent sticking.
- Lower heat and incorporate heavy cream, creating a luxurious texture while stirring in shredded Gruyère cheese until completely melted and sauce becomes velvety smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring balanced flavors throughout the dish.
- Finish by garnishing with fresh thyme or chopped parsley, adding a bright, aromatic touch to the rich, creamy pasta.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the cheese to stretch and showcase the dish’s comforting, indulgent qualities.
Notes
- Caramelize onions slowly over medium-low heat to develop rich, deep flavor without burning.
- Stir flour thoroughly to prevent lumps and create a smooth, silky sauce base.
- Use room temperature cream and cheese for smoother, more even melting and consistent texture.
- Swap Gruyère with other melty cheeses like Emmental or white cheddar for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg