Creamy Caramelized Onion Pasta
This Creamy Caramelized Onion Pasta recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion! Learn how to make delicious Creamy Caramelized Onion Pasta at home with simple ingredients.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Pasta Pot
- Strainer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar optional
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp sugar
- 250 g tagliatelle or fettuccine
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden brown and caramelized.
- Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar (if using), stirring to incorporate the flavors.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet with the onions, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), stirring until the sauce is smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.