Easy French Onion Pasta (Print Version)
Caramelized onions, pasta, and a creamy Gruyere sauce combine for a satisfying one-pot dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ For the onions
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 large yellow onions, sliced into rings 1/8-inch thick
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
→ For the sauce
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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Pinch-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
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5 1/2 cups water (may substitute beef broth and omit bouillon)
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1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
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1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons beef bouillon (granulated, base, or cubes) (may omit and use beef broth instead of water)
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried)
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2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced (or 3/4 teaspoon dried)
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
→ Add last
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1 pound short cut pasta, uncooked (e.g., orecchiette)
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5 ounces freshly shredded Gruyere cheese
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1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Melt butter in olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized and dark golden brown, about 30-35 minutes. Lower the heat and/or add additional butter or olive oil if needed to prevent scorching.
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Once the onions are caramelized, add the garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 30 seconds.
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Add water and half of the evaporated milk. Whisk the cornstarch with the remaining evaporated milk and add to the pot. Increase heat to high and stir in beef bouillon, parsley, thyme, oregano, paprika, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
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Add the uncooked pasta to the boiling sauce. Reduce to a simmer over medium-high heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring often. Ensure the pasta is covered in liquid and that it cooks until al dente. Add more water if necessary.
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Remove the pan from heat and stir in Gruyere cheese a handful at a time until melted. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley if preferred.