French Onion Pasta
A cozy dish that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with hearty pasta, featuring caramelized onions, savory mushrooms, and gruyere cheese.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta rigatoni or any preferred shape
Cooking Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Onions
- 14 ounces onions, thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Mushrooms
- 8 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
Thickening Agents
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Herbs
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Liquids
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup vegetable stock
Cheese
- ½ cup gruyere cheese, shredded
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the Pasta - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook it according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
- Step 2: Sauté the Onions - In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the onions and salt. Cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Step 3: Add the Mushrooms - Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Step 4: Create the Sauce - Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir to coat, then add apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced.
- Step 5: Add Stock and Season - Pour in vegetable stock and add thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes, then season with black pepper.
- Step 6: Combine with Pasta - Add the cooked pasta, tossing to combine. Add reserved pasta water if needed. Stir in gruyere cheese until melted.
- Step 7: Serve and Enjoy - Serve hot, garnished with extra thyme or cheese if desired.
Notes
For richer flavor, use a mix of onion types. Don’t rush caramelization for the best flavor. You can swap half the butter for olive oil for a lighter version.