Description
Comforting French onion pasta blends caramelized onion depths with creamy cheese and crispy prosciutto. Rich flavors from France merge elegantly in this simple yet sophisticated pasta dish you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3–4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 pound short cut pasta
- 3 ounces prosciutto, torn
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 4 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 1/4 cups dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 3 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Herbs, Aromatics, and Additional Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups cremini or wild mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare crispy prosciutto by spreading slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until perfectly crisped and golden.
- In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and slowly caramelize, incorporating wine gradually. Allow onions to develop deep, rich color and intense flavor over 20-25 minutes.
- Introduce chopped garlic, mushrooms, thyme, and sage into the caramelized onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper, sautéing until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender.
- Elevate the dish by pouring remaining wine, broth, and Worcestershire sauce into the pot. Bring to a vigorous boil, then add pasta. Stir continuously, allowing pasta to absorb liquid and reach perfect al dente texture in 8-10 minutes.
- Transform the pasta by stirring in heavy cream and Gruyere cheese until a luxurious, smooth sauce develops. Remove from heat to prevent separation.
- Finish the dish by gently breaking burrata cheese over the pasta, creating creamy pockets throughout. Garnish with previously prepared crispy prosciutto, creating a textural contrast and savory finish.
Notes
- Crisp Prosciutto Technique Bake prosciutto on parchment paper for guaranteed crunchiness, ensuring even cooking and preventing soggy texture.
- Wine Caramelization Secret Gradually add wine while cooking onions to develop deep, complex flavor and achieve rich caramelization without burning.
- Cheese Melting Hack Stir Gruyere and cream off heat to prevent cheese from separating and maintain smooth, creamy consistency.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation Substitute regular pasta with gluten-free alternatives like chickpea or rice pasta without compromising overall dish integrity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg