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French Onion Soup Pasta

Creamy French Onion Soup Pasta That Will Warm Your Heart

This Creamy French Onion Soup Pasta merges classic soup flavors with pasta, creating a comforting dish that's ideal for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breadcrumbs
  • 1 baguette Baguette Ideal for making fresh breadcrumbs.
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing onions.
  • 12 ounces Cavatappi Macaroni Feel free to substitute with another pasta type.
  • 5 pieces Onions Thinly sliced.
  • 0.5 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth works as a vegetarian option.
  • 3 cups Heavy Cream Can use coconut milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour Helps thicken the béchamel.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; nutritional yeast is a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Key for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Adds depth and earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for caramelizing onions.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • pot
  • Baking dish
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for French Onion Soup Pasta
  1. Begin by thinly slicing five onions and set them aside.
  2. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt, caramelizing for 30-40 minutes.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of beef broth to deglaze the pan, simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Melt four tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Whisk in flour, then gradually add heavy cream, cook until thickened.
  5. Stir in ⅔ of the caramelized onions, seasonings, and parmesan cheese into the béchamel sauce.
  6. Boil salted water, cook cavatappi until just shy of al dente, then drain, reserving pasta water. Mix pasta with béchamel sauce.
  7. Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with remaining caramelized onions.
  8. Toss breadcrumbs with olive oil, spread over pasta, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For the best results, be patient while caramelizing the onions and adjust the seasoning to taste. If the béchamel thickens too much, add a splash of cream for a smoother consistency.

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