Caramelized Onion Pasta

Notes

This one-pan caramelized onion pasta is a delightful, budget-friendly dish that's both easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The slow-cooked onions bring a natural sweetness, complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner!

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
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomatoes, for drizzling

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a casserole dish, combine sliced onions, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, salt, pepper, and dried parsley. Toss to mix evenly.
3. Place the whole garlic head, cut side up, in the center of the dish. Drizzle everything with olive oil or the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes.
4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour, stirring the onions halfway through, until they are caramelized.
5. About 20 minutes before the onions are done, cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve up to a cup of pasta water.
6. Remove the garlic from the oven and, once cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted cloves back into the dish.
7. Add the fresh parsley, basil, lemon juice, coconut milk, and cooked pasta to the dish. Stir to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
8. Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition (per serving, estimated)

• Calories: ~390
• Protein: 9g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 53g

Estimated from the ingredients — amounts and serving size vary, so treat it as a ballpark.

Variations & Adaptations

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta to accommodate dietary preferences.
• Extra Veggies: Incorporate wilted greens or a cup of frozen vegetables for added nutrients.
• Nut-Free: Substitute coconut milk with soy cooking cream or cashew cream if preferred.