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Caramelized Onion Pasta

Caramelized Onion Pasta That Melts in Your Mouth

This Caramelized Onion Pasta is a comforting dish transformed by sweet, rich flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose your favorite type of pasta.
Onion Mixture
  • 2 medium Onions Finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated, optional.
  • 1 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and chop your onions finely.
  2. In a skillet, add olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions and cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water.
  4. Combine the caramelized onions with the drained pasta in the pot, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is easily customizable with different types of pasta or additional ingredients like vegetables or spices to suit your taste.

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