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French Onion Soup Pasta

Comforting French Onion Soup Pasta Bake for Cozy Nights

This French Onion Soup Pasta combines caramelized onions and creamy béchamel for ultimate comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 Baguette Fresh baguette, toasted Substitute with pre-made panko if necessary.
For the Pasta
  • 300 g Cavatappi macaroni Other small pasta may be used.
For the Caramelized Onions
  • 5 Onions Thinly sliced onions White or yellow onions work best.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Substitute with butter for a richer flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Beef broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for faster caramelization.
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 3 cups Heavy cream Coconut milk can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Try nutritional yeast for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour For thickening the béchamel.
  • 3 tablespoons Water Mix with flour for a roux.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder Add according to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika Add according to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional for warmth.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped Can be omitted.
  • Salt and pepper Essential seasonings to taste.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice five onions thinly. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sprinkle with sugar. Stir and caramelize for 30-40 minutes.
  2. In the skillet with onions, melt butter. Stir in flour to form a roux, gradually add heavy cream while whisking until thick. Mix in caramelized onions and Parmesan.
  3. Boil water in a large pot, add salt and cavatappi macaroni. Cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  4. Pour béchamel sauce over macaroni and mix until well-coated.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pasta mixture into a baking dish, top with remaining onions and breadcrumbs. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden.
  6. Remove from oven, let sit, garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crunch, broil the pasta bake for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

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