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Caramelized Onion Pasta

Savory Caramelized Onion Pasta for Cozy Nights In

Delight in this Caramelized Onion Pasta, a simple yet comforting dish that transforms an ordinary weeknight into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Fettuccine Ideal for holding the sauce
For the Onion Mixture
  • 3 whole Sweet Onions Can substitute with yellow onions if needed
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use extra virgin for the best flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, can use garlic powder as substitute
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can substitute with chicken broth
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Herbs (Basil or Thyme) Dried herbs can be used, halve the amount

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice 2-3 sweet onions thinly and mince 3 cloves of garlic. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add sliced onions and stir occasionally for 20 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with a splash of vegetable broth, scraping browned bits. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  5. Boil salted water in a pot and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  6. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of water, and combine with the onion mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually.
  7. Plate the pasta, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze, use a freezer-safe container, can last up to 2 months.

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