French Onion Pasta Casserole Recipe
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this French Onion Pasta Casserole. Caramelized onions, creamy cheeses, and savory herbs come together to create a decadent dish that will please any crowd.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired, American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or beef broth)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, melt butter and cook onions with sugar, salt, and pepper until golden brown. Add garlic and deglaze with white wine.
- Cook Pasta: Stir in beef broth, thyme, and pasta. Simmer until pasta is al dente. Add cream and cheeses, then transfer to baking dish.
- Add Topping and Bake: Mix panko, Parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta and bake for 20 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger flavor, substitute half of the mozzarella with Swiss cheese.
- This casserole pairs perfectly with a green salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
