Description
A cozy casserole that combines the comforting flavors of French onion soup with cheesy pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 12 ounces short pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1–1¼ cups grated Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Slice the onions thinly and cook them low and slow in butter and olive oil over medium-low heat for 30–40 minutes, stirring every 5–7 minutes, adding salt and sugar early.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, add broth and simmer to concentrate flavors.
- Cook the pasta 1–2 minutes under package instructions.
- Toss the pasta with the caramelized onions and cheeses.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with extra cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Notes
For best results, use a mix of cheeses for flavor and texture. Cater to dietary preferences by using gluten-free pasta or dairy-free cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg