Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this French Onion Soup Pasta Recipe, where rich caramelized onions meld beautifully with a creamy béchamel sauce. This dish is topped with crispy breadcrumbs, creating a delightful contrast in texture and taste. Perfect for cozy nights or hosting gatherings, this hearty pasta dish will impress anyone at your table. The combination of savory onions and luscious cheese makes every bite a satisfying experience. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g Cavatappi macaroni
- 5 onions (thinly sliced)
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 baguette (for breadcrumbs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp flour + 3 tbsp water (for béchamel)
- 1 tsp sugar
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Thinly slice the onions and caramelize them in olive oil over medium heat for about 30–40 minutes.
- Add beef broth to the caramelized onions; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Prepare a béchamel sauce by whisking flour into melted butter and gradually adding heavy cream until thickened.
- Stir in two-thirds of the caramelized onions and season with salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the Cavatappi macaroni until just shy of al dente; drain.
- Combine the pasta with the béchamel sauce and transfer to a baking dish.
- Top with remaining caramelized onions and breadcrumbs; bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg