Description
This French Onion Pasta combines the rich, caramelized flavors of French onion soup with tender farfalle pasta, creamy double cream, and sharp cheddar cheese for a comforting and indulgent dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp tamari
- 1 cup white wine
- 3 tbsp plain flour
- 1 liter vegetable stock
- 225g farfalle pasta
- 60ml double cream
- 60g mature cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook slowly until caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and fresh thyme to the onions, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in balsamic vinegar, tamari, and white wine. Simmer until the wine reduces by half.
- Sprinkle the plain flour over the onion mixture and stir well to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add the vegetable stock, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and add to the sauce.
- Stir in double cream and grated cheddar cheese until the pasta is fully coated and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then serve immediately, garnished with extra thyme if desired.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, use a mix of white and red onions.
- Make sure to cook the onions slowly to achieve proper caramelization without burning.
- Cheddar can be substituted with Gruyère for a more traditional French onion taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: French Onion Pasta, caramelized onion pasta, creamy pasta recipes, vegetarian dinner ideas, comfort food pasta