Savory Browned Butter Pasta with Classic French Onion Flavor
This dish combines the rich, nutty essence of browned butter with the savory notes of classic French onion soup, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 ounces Pasta of choice (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti) Cook al dente
Butter
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For browning
Onions
- 2 large Yellow Onions Thinly sliced
Garlic
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
Broth
- 1 cup Vegetable Broth For moisture and flavor
Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves For flavor
Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper To taste
Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, for serving
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Add the sliced onions to the skillet and reduce heat to low. Caramelize the onions for 20-25 minutes until deeply golden brown.
- 4. Add minced garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking the onions.
- 5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6. Toss the drained pasta with the onion mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- 7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- 9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional thyme or cheese if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding proteins like chicken or shrimp, or incorporating seasonal vegetables.