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Easy French Onion Pasta

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This Easy French Onion Pasta is a rich, one-pot pasta dish packed with deep caramelized onion flavor, creamy sauce without heavy cream, and melty Gruyere cheese. It’s budget-friendly, pantry-staple ready, and pure comfort food with a gourmet twist!

Ingredients

For the Onions:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 3 large yellow onions, sliced into 1/8-inch rings

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

For the Sauce:

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • Pinch to 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce

  • 5 1/2 cups water (or substitute beef broth and omit bouillon)

  • 1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk

  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons beef bouillon (granulated, paste, or cubes)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried)

  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced (or 3/4 teaspoon dried)

  • 1/2 teaspoon each: dried oregano, paprika, pepper

Add Last:

  • 1 pound short-cut pasta (e.g., orecchiette)

  • 5 oz. freshly shredded Gruyere cheese

  • 1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Caramelize onions: In a large Dutch oven, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 30–35 minutes.

  2. Build sauce: Add garlic, red pepper flakes, Worcestershire, and soy sauce. Cook for 30 seconds.

  3. Add water and half the evaporated milk. Whisk cornstarch into the remaining milk and add to the pot. Stir in bouillon, herbs, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.

  4. Cook pasta: Add pasta and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring often. Add water as needed to maintain a saucy consistency.

  5. Add cheese: Off heat, stir in Gruyere and Parmesan until melted. Adjust seasoning, add more liquid if needed, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Gruyere adds authentic French onion soup flavor; sub with Swiss if needed.

  • Stir pasta frequently to avoid sticking or burning.

  • For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk before serving.

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