Caramelised Onion & Garlic Spaghetti | Easiest Spaghetti Pasta Recipe | Caramelised Onion Pasta |

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelised, about 20-25 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add vegetable broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.

Stir in balsamic vinegar, bay leaves, thyme, and season with salt and black pepper.

Simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld, removing bay leaves afterward.

Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.

Stir in lemon zest and adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes.

Cooking Techniques

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