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French Onion Soup Pasta Recipe

French Onion Soup Pasta Recipe
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This French Onion Soup Pasta recipe combines the rich, caramelized flavors of traditional French onion soup with tender pasta, topped with crispy homemade breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Creamy béchamel sauce enriched with beef broth and a blend of herbs makes this dish comfort food at its finest, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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Bread Crumbs

  • 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. Caramelize Onions: Thinly slice the onions into long strips. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté the onions slowly for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Optionally, add 1 teaspoon sugar to accelerate caramelization. If onions stick, add beef broth and simmer for 10 minutes. Once caramelized, set aside.
  2. Prepare Béchamel Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over low to medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add heavy cream while whisking, allowing the sauce to thicken. If lumpy, add ice-cold water and whisk vigorously to smooth the sauce.
  3. Combine Sauce and Onions: Stir two-thirds of the caramelized onions into the béchamel. Season with salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, nutmeg, pepper, chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently to blend the flavors.
  4. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the cavatappi pasta until just before al dente as it will finish cooking in the oven. Drain and combine with the béchamel-onion sauce. Mix well.
  5. Prepare Breadcrumb Topping: Cube the baguette and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Toast the crumbs in an air fryer or oven until crisp and golden.
  6. Bake the Pasta: Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Top with the remaining caramelized onions and the prepared breadcrumbs. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until the topping is golden and crisp.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while hot and bubbling. Enjoy the rich flavors of this comforting fusion dish.

Notes

  • Use low and slow heat to properly caramelize onions without burning.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pasta before baking; it will finish cooking in the oven.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with vegetable broth.
  • Adding ice-cold water helps fix lumps in béchamel sauce quickly.
  • Homemade breadcrumbs add a crunchy texture complementing the creamy pasta.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead to the baking step and refrigerated, then baked before serving.

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Keywords: French onion soup pasta, caramelized onions, creamy pasta, béchamel sauce, baked pasta, comfort food

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