Description
This One-Pot French Onion Pasta combines caramelized onions, creamy Gruyère cheese, and savory broth for a rich, comforting dish. Made in just one pot, it’s an easy, flavorful meal perfect for busy nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to help caramelization)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
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Caramelize the Onions
- In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to coat.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. If sticking, deglaze with a splash of water.
- (Optional) Sprinkle sugar to enhance caramelization.
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Add Garlic and Wine
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine (if using) and deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
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Cook the Pasta
- Add broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add pasta and cook per package instructions, stirring occasionally. Add more broth or water if needed.
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Make It Creamy
- Once pasta is cooked and most liquid is absorbed, lower heat.
- Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and shredded Gruyère cheese. Toss until creamy.
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Serve
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add protein: Mix in cooked chicken, sausage, or crispy bacon.
- Make it vegetarian: Use vegetable broth and swap Worcestershire sauce for soy sauce.
- Cheese swaps: Try mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix of cheeses.
- Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free pasta and check broth/Worcestershire sauce.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: pasta ,one pot meal
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Keywords: French onion pasta, one-pot pasta, caramelized onion pasta, Gruyère pasta, comfort food