Description
One Pot French Onion Pasta is a comforting dish that seamlessly blends the rich flavors of caramelized onions and creamy pasta, all cooked in a single pot. This quick and easy recipe transforms your kitchen into a cozy bistro, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Every bite delivers indulgent creaminess with minimal effort, ensuring you impress family and friends without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add pasta directly into the pot.
- Cook pasta for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add shredded Gruyère cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg