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why make this recipe

This pasta is simple and full of flavor. You cook one dish in the oven and mix it with pasta. It saves time and dishes. The caramelized onions and garlic make a rich sauce. The dish feels warm and comforting.

introduction

One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta uses sweet onions, roasted garlic, sun dried tomatoes and herbs. You roast everything in one casserole. Then you add coconut milk, lemon and fresh herbs to finish. It is easy to follow and tastes great.

how to make One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta

Roast the onions, garlic and sun dried tomatoes until they turn soft and brown. Cook the pasta while the vegetables roast. Squeeze the roasted garlic out and mix it with the onions. Add coconut milk, lemon juice, fresh parsley and basil. Stir in the cooked pasta and a little pasta water if you need a looser sauce. Serve warm.

Ingredients :

5 small yellow onions (sliced, or 3 large), 1 head garlic (top sliced off), ½ cup sun dried tomatoes (chopped), 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp dried parsley, ½ cup coconut milk, 3 cups farfalle pasta (cooked), 1 handful fresh parsley (chopped), 1 handful fresh basil (chopped), 1 lemon (juiced)

Directions :

Preheat the oven to 400F., To a casserole dish, add the onions, sun dried tomatoes, paprika, salt, pepper and dried parsley. , Toss, and then place the whole garlic head in the middle. Drizzle the entire dish with olive oil or the leftover sun dried tomato oil, cover with foil, and then pop in the oven for 1 hour, tossing halfway through. The onions should be caramelized by the time it comes out of the oven. , About 20 minutes before the casserole dish is done, prepare the pasta according to package directions, reserving up to a cup of pasta water. , Remove the garlic from the casserole dish, and when safe to handle, squeeze out the cloves. Add the fresh parsley, basil, lemon juice and coconut milk, along with the cooked pasta and pasta water as needed. Stir and enjoy!

how to serve One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta

Serve this pasta warm. Add an extra sprinkle of fresh herbs on top. A squeeze of lemon before serving brightens the dish. Serve with a simple green salad or crusty bread.

how to store One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta

Cool the pasta to room temperature. Put it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or coconut milk. You can freeze it, but texture may change. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta

Slice onions evenly so they cook the same.
Use the oil from the sun dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Toss the onions once halfway through roasting for even color.
Save up to 1 cup of pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Taste and add more salt, pepper or lemon as you go.

variation

Add cooked chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
Use cream or milk instead of coconut milk for a different taste.
Swap farfalle for penne, fusilli, or spaghetti.
Stir in grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a cheesy touch.

FAQs

Q: Can I use red or white onions instead of yellow?
A: Yes. Yellow give more sweetness, but red or white work fine.

Q: Do I have to use coconut milk?
A: No. You can use regular cream, half-and-half, or a plant milk you like.

Q: How long do I caramelize the onions?
A: Roast for about 1 hour at 400F, tossing once halfway. The time gives good caramelization.

Q: Can I make this gluten free?
A: Yes. Use gluten-free pasta and follow the same steps.

Q: Can I skip the sun dried tomatoes?
A: You can, but they add a nice tang. You can use roasted red peppers instead.

Conclusion

For the original recipe and full notes, see One Pan Caramelized Onion Pasta – PlantYou.
You can also read another version and tips at one-pan caramelized onion pasta – by Caroline Chambers.