Description
This Creamy Caramelized Onion Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, featuring sweet, golden caramelized onions in a velvety cream sauce. The richness of heavy cream and parmesan cheese combines perfectly with slow-cooked onions to create an indulgent, savory pasta dish. Perfect for a cozy night in or impressing guests, this simple yet gourmet recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
12 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, linguine, or rigatoni)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Caramelize the Onions:
In a large, wide skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, for 30-40 minutes, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Cook the Pasta:
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Add Garlic and Cream:
Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Finish the Sauce:
Stir in the freshly grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
Toss the Pasta:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy sauce to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
Season and Serve:
Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Top with fresh parsley if using and serve immediately with extra parmesan.
Notes
The key to this dish is the slow caramelization of the onions. Don’t rush this step—allow them to cook slowly to bring out their natural sweetness.
If you prefer a lighter sauce, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
