Description
A comforting twist on classic French onion soup, this pasta dish combines caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and melty cheese for a cozy, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Cook slowly for 30-40 minutes, stirring often, until onions are deeply caramelized.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add beef broth and dried thyme. Simmer for another 10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked pasta to the onion mixture and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle in the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use vegetarian broth and cheeses for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- Fontina or Swiss cheese can be used instead of Gruyère.
- For added richness, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg