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French Onion Pasta Bake: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight!

A cozy and delicious French Onion Pasta Bake that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions and creamy cheese with pasta for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pasta penne or rigatoni
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking for about 15-20 minutes until the onions are caramelized and golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and cooked pasta, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with Gruyère and mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for beef broth and omit Worcestershire sauce.
  • Add cooked mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.

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