President® French Onion Butter Pasta
Slowly caramelized onions, fresh thyme, and Parmesan transform a simple buttery pasta into a comforting French onion-inspired dinner. Président® Unsalted Butter gives the onions a rich flavor while allowing you to control the seasoning throughout the dish.
Prep Time
10 minCook Time
45 minServings
4Ingredients
- 10 tbsp Président Unsalted Butter, divided
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided, plus more for the pasta water
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving
- 12 oz pasta of choice, like gemelli or bow tie
- 1/2 cup vegetable or beef broth
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup finely grated Galbani Romano cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
Instructions
- Melt 6 tablespoons of the Président® Unsalted Butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the onions are deeply golden brown and caramelized, about 20 to 25 minutes. Add a splash of water if the onions begin sticking or browning too quickly.
- Stir in the garlic and thyme. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain.
- Add the broth and soy sauce to the caramelized onions. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Incorporate 2 more tablespoons of Président® Unsalted Butter and mix until thickened and glossy.
- Finish the pasta. Add the drained pasta, remaining 2 tablespoons Président® Unsalted Butter, black pepper and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss over low heat until the butter melts and the pasta is evenly coated.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and gradually toss in the Galbani Romano cheese. Add more pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce is glossy and clings to the pasta. Taste and season with the remaining salt as needed.
- Divide among bowls and finish with additional Romano cheese, black pepper and fresh thyme.
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Recipe by
George Duran
George Duran is a classically trained chef, TV host, and lifestyle expert known for Ham on the Street and The Ultimate Cake Off!. He’s also a longtime culinary contributor on Good Morning America, where he brings humor, smart shortcuts, and real-world cooking experience into every recipe he shares.