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Caramelized Onion Pasta

Creamy, rich pasta tossed with deeply caramelized onions, garlic, and Parmesan for the ultimate comforting vegetarian dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz pasta
Sauce
  • 4 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup pasta water reserved
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add sliced onions and salt. Cook 30-40 minutes until deeply caramelized.
  4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cream and simmer briefly.
  6. Toss pasta with sauce, Parmesan, and pasta water.
  7. Season and garnish before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add thyme or a splash of white wine while deglazing the pan. Best served fresh.