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Balsamic Onion Tagliatelle

Balsamic Onion Tagliatelle: A Comforting Pasta Delight

Balsamic Onion Tagliatelle combines caramelized onions and buttery noodles for a comforting vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Tagliatelle
  • to taste tsp Salt For seasoning pasta water
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Red Pearl Onions Regular onions can be used if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • 1 tbsp Thyme Leaves Or substitute with parsley or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes Adjust for spice preference
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Substitute with vegetable broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1/4 cup Aged Balsamic Regular balsamic can be used if necessary
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Or use pecorino or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1 cup Plain Panko Breadcrumbs Gluten-free options available
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil For toasting breadcrumbs
For the Final Touch
  • 1 cup Pasta Water Reserved to adjust sauce consistency

Equipment

  • sauté pan
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant and golden.
  2. Toast panko breadcrumbs in the same pan until golden brown.
  3. Caramelize sliced red pearl onions in butter for 30-40 minutes.
  4. Cook tagliatelle in salted water until al dente and reserve pasta water.
  5. Add minced garlic, thyme, and salt to caramelized onions and sauté.
  6. Deglaze pan with white wine and simmer until absorbed.
  7. Incorporate aged balsamic vinegar and mix well.
  8. Combine the cooked tagliatelle with the sauce, adding pasta water to desired consistency.
  9. Finish with grated Parmigiano Reggiano and serve topped with breadcrumbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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