One Pot French Onion Pasta
One Pot French Onion Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines the creamy goodness of pasta with the savory sweetness of caramelized onions. This easy one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With rich flavors and simple preparation, you’ll be savoring every cheesy bite as you enjoy a cozy meal that feels like a warm hug.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown and caramelized (about 15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in fusilli pasta.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated. Serve hot with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 230g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg