One Pot French Onion Pasta (Easy Weeknight Dinner)
An easy one pot French onion pasta recipe made with caramelized onions, white wine, and savory beef broth. Comforting, cozy, and perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 medium white onions thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves removed
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 3 cups beef broth
- 10 ounces dried orecchiette pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes, until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized.
- Build the flavor: Add the garlic, thyme leaves, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Cook the pasta: Add the beef broth and increase the heat to medium. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add the orecchiette. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Finish and serve: Stir in the butter and Parmesan until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately, topped with additional Parmesan.
Notes
- Caramelize the onions slowly over medium-low heat to develop deep, savory flavor.
- Use a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for balance.
- Short pasta shapes such as orecchiette, shells, or cavatappi work best for one-pot cooking.
- Add extra broth or water as needed to keep the pasta glossy and saucy.
- This pasta is best served fresh, but leftovers reheat well with a splash of liquid.
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