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One Pot French Onion Pasta

One Pot French Onion Pasta: Comfort Food Made Easy

One Pot French Onion Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that transforms pantry staples into a flavorful meal with ease.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: French
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Orecchiette Substitute with fusilli or shells if desired.
For the Onions & Flavor
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions Slice into 1/8-inch rings.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, or substitute with garlic powder.
  • 2 teaspoons Beef Bouillon Crush cubes if needed.
  • 4 cups Water Alternatively, use beef broth.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use reduced sodium.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Half a can for mixing.
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Freshly shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Parsley Fresh or dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-35 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in water and half a can of evaporated milk. Whisk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with remaining evaporated milk before adding it to the pot. Stir in beef bouillon and herbs.
  4. Bring to a boil, then add pasta. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Once pasta is al dente, remove from heat. Gradually stir in Gruyere and Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding a bit of water or milk for creaminess.

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