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French Onion Pasta

French Onion Pasta Recipe

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Discover how to create an easy and delicious French Onion Pasta Recipe that’s creamy and comforting! Try it today for a delightful dinner experience.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 large yellow onions, sliced into rings
  • 1/8 tsp EACH salt and pepper
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • pinch-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 5 1/2 cups water or beef broth
  • 1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons beef bouillon (granulated or cubes; may omit if using broth)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced (or 3/4 tsp dried)
  • 1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, paprika, pepper
  • 1 pound short cut pasta, uncooked (like orecchiette)
  • 5 oz. freshly shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions, salt, and pepper; stir occasionally until caramelized (about 20-25 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes for one minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and reduced sodium soy sauce. Pour in water or broth, then add evaporated milk mixed with cornstarch and beef bouillon if using. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add uncooked pasta; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat; mix in Gruyere cheese and Parmesan until melted and creamy. Finish with fresh parsley and thyme before serving.

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