Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One Pot French Onion Pasta, a delightful dish that combines sweet caramelized onions, earthy cremini mushrooms, and tender orecchiette into a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is designed for simplicity and versatility, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal clean-up thanks to its one-pot preparation, you can focus on enjoying the robust flavors without the hassle. Serve it warm with fresh herbs and toasted breadcrumbs for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup dry white grape juice
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
- 12 oz dried orecchiette or other short pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions with a pinch of salt; cook until caramelized (25-30 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Stir in garlic, mushrooms, and thyme; sauté for about 4 minutes until softened. Deglaze with grape juice and sprinkle in flour; cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Add beef broth and water; season with salt and pepper. Bring to boil before adding pasta; cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in apple juice vinegar and serve warm with optional fresh herbs and toasted breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg