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French Onion Soup Pasta Recipe

French Onion Soup Pasta Recipe

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of French onion soup with a twist in this French Onion Soup Pasta recipe. Caramelized onions, creamy béchamel sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping come together to create a decadent and satisfying pasta dish.

Ingredients

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Breadcrumbs:

  • ½ Baguette
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 teaspoon Oregano

Pasta Ingredients:

  • 300 g Cavatappi Macaroni
  • 5 Onions thinly sliced
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 3 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Flour + 3 tablespoon water for béchamel
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika powder
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Onions: Thinly slice the onions into long strips.
  2. Caramelize the Onions: Sauté the onions in olive oil over medium heat for 30–40 minutes until caramelized. Add beef broth if needed to prevent sticking.
  3. Make the Béchamel Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add heavy cream. Stir in caramelized onions, salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until just shy of al dente.
  5. Combine and Bake: Mix pasta with sauce, transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining onions and breadcrumbs. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes.
  6. Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can use an air fryer to crisp up the breadcrumb topping before adding it to the pasta.
  • Adjust the seasoning and cheese according to your preference.

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Keywords: French Onion Soup Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Caramelized Onions, Comfort Food