Irresistible French Onion Pasta Soup
A delightful fusion of traditional French onion soup flavors with hearty pasta, combining caramelized onions, garlic, and Gruyère cheese in a savory broth.
Ingrédients
For the Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 onions thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 leaf bay
For the Pasta and Cheese
- 2 cups cooked pasta (such as fusilli or ditalini)
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese Substitute with Swiss or a blend of melting cheeses if necessary.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering and preparing all your ingredients. Thinly slice the onions and mince the garlic.
Cooking the Base
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook them until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once caramelized, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Simmering the Soup
- Pour in the beef broth, add fresh thyme and bay leaf, cover, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove and discard the bay leaf.
Final Assembly
- Add the cooked pasta to the pot, stirring gently to combine.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Gruyère cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
Serving
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace beef broth with vegetable broth and use vegan cheese. This dish is as delightful for weeknight dinners as it is for gatherings.