One Pot French Onion Pasta
Enjoy the ultimate comfort meal with this One Pot French Onion Pasta – rich caramelized onions, creamy Gruyère sauce, and minimal cleanup make it perfect for cozy nights.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta any medium-sized pasta like penne or rotini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: slice the onions thinly and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and caramelize for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add pasta and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Gruyère cheese. Mix until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
For a vegan version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk and cheese with a dairy-free alternative. Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and texture.