Looking for a delicious budget meal? Look no further than this French onion pasta! This recipe from Ginger Snap Kitchen is a quick and easy dish that only requires one pot, which means less cleaning up after cooking. It’s the perfect dinner or lunch option for busy days.
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This pasta recipe is as flavorful as French onion soup. You’ll love the caramelized onions and the rich sauce. It’s incredibly easy to make and almost has the same ingredients as the soup version. The only challenging step is caramelizing the onions since it takes a lot of time and you need to stir it frequently. It will take about 25 minutes–but trust me, it’s worth it.
And if you are vegan, do not worry; this recipe is easy to customize to fit your dietary needs.
Easy French Onion Pasta Ingredients
- 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 4 to 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme
- ½ cup of dry white wine (optional) – replace with water or more broth
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 2 cups of broth (beef or vegetable)
- 2 cups of water
- 12 oz dry orecchiette or other pasta
- 1 tablespoon of vinegar
- Salt and fresh black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)
How to Make French Onion Pasta
Step 1:
Place a pan over medium heat then add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the sliced onions along with a big pinch of kosher salt. Stir frequently until they are well caramelized. It will take about 25 minutes.
Step 2:
Add minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, and fresh thyme. Cook for a few minutes until the mushrooms begin to soften and turn brown.
Step 3:
Deglaze the pan with a little bit of white wine.
Step 4:
Add all-purpose flour and cook for a minute or two until it absorbs most of the liquid. Pour the beef broth and equal amount of water. Bring it to a boil and add a pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper.
Step 5:
Once boiling, add some small pasta to the pan. Cook until the pasta is tender. The time varies depending on the pasta you use. Check the cooking instructions on the packaging. Keep an eye on it and add more water if needed.
Step 6:
Once the pasta is done cooking, turn off the heat and stir in a small amount of vinegar. Mix, garnish with thyme, and it’s ready to serve.
One-Pot French Onion Pasta Video Recipe
