FRENCH ONION SOUP MAC AND CHEESE
French Onion Soup Mac and Cheese is a delicious twist on two classic comfort foods. It takes the creamy, cheesy goodness of mac and cheese and adds the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 large onions thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 400 g pasta uncooked
- 1/2 cup beef stock
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, cooking for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally until the onions become soft and golden brown. You can add a little sugar to help with the caramelization if desired.
- In the same pan, add in some butter, garlic and let it cook till fragrant. Add in heavy cream, beef stock over medium-low heat. Add in all the spices. Let it simmer till it thickens.
- Add in the caramelized onions back with some pasta water, cheese and mix.
- Add in the cooked pasta and mix very well.
- Top with some toasted bread pieces.
- Enjoy while warm!