Caramelized onion pasta recipe for an irresistible meal!
A delicious and easy caramelized onion pasta recipe that brings out the rich flavors of sweet onions and complements any pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- Once the onions are caramelized, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with black pepper and additional salt if needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the butter and cheese or use plant-based alternatives.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg