Tik Tok Viral French Onion Pasta (Gluten-Free!)

What Makes This Recipe Great

I saw this viral Tik Tok trend for One Pot French Onion Pasta (original recipe from Carol Bee Cooks) all over social media, and I just had to try recreating the viral hit into a gluten-free version! If you're not familiar with the trend, this delicious pasta is a twist on French onion soup, but in pasta form! All of the same rich and delicious flavors without the soup!

If you're new here, I was diagnosed with celiac disease and had to change to a gluten-free diet 7 years ago. I have since been on a mission to create delicious, healthy, gluten-free recipes using whole ingredients without ever having to miss out on my favorites. I've adapted a ton of classic comfort food recipes and turned them into gluten-free with dairy free options!

This viral pasta recipe is no exception, and I am so glad to get to enjoy this fun trend while making it safe for us gluten-intolerant folks. And as always, there's a dairy-free option for this one-pot pasta dish! Enjoy! 

Here are some more favorite recipes turned gluten-free that you might love, including one-pot pasta recipes! Try this One Pot Beef Stroganoff, this Easy Gluten-Free Lasagna, this One Pot Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese, and/or this Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole.

• Onions: Sweet yellow onions or white onions work well! Or vidalia. Really any type of onion. Just make sure they are on the bigger side!
• Ghee or butter: For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter. 
• Salt
• Minced garlic: You can mince fresh garlic cloves or use a jar of minced garlic.
• Coconut aminos: this is a gluten free substitute for soy sauce. I like using it instead of worcestershire sauce. If you don’t have, you can use gluten free worcestershire sauce.
• Beef broth: You can also substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth if preferred. My favorite beef stock is from Kettle & Fire. Use code MARY for 20% off!
• Box Jovial gluten-free Farfalle: I love using Jovial gluten-free pasta. If you aren't gluten-free, feel free to substitute with your favorite!
• Shredded Gruyère cheese: This is arguably my favorite part of french onion soup! For dairy-free, use non-dairy cheese shreds, Kite Hill cream cheese, or omit the cheese. It will still be delicious.

1. Melt butter or ghee over medium-high heat in a large skillet or large pot.
2. Add the sliced onions and a generous pinch of salt and saute, stirring often, for about 30 minutes until they are a deep golden brown color and caramelized. 
3. Add the garlic and coconut aminos to the same pan as the caramelized onions, and stir, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. 
4. Pour in the beef broth and dry pasta and stir. Cook, stirring often, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is cooked through and the amount of liquid has reduced to about half. 
5. Add in the cheese (if using) and stir. 
6. Serve this creamy french onion pasta topped with fresh parsley, and enjoy! Garnish with parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper if desired. Serve with a simple green salad or veggie of choice!

Expert Tips

• Adding Protein: I recommend shredded rotisserie chicken. You can also add cooked ground beef or chicken at the end and stir it in with the cheese. Heat over medium-low until cooked through, and enjoy!
• Pasta: Feel free to substitute your favorite gluten-free or regular pasta. There are so many options out there for gluten-free pasta. You can use chickpea pasta, brown rice pasta, and more. You can find these gluten-free and traditional pasta options in the dried pasta aisle at most grocery stores. 
• Wine: Some recipes call for sherry vinegar and/or dry white wine for the sauce, but I omitted this ingredient, and it turned out so delicious! You won’t miss the wine at all. If you do add wine, I think marsala would be great with this!
• Al Dente: For al dente pasta, taste the pasta at around 9 minutes and cook for one more minute at a time until the desired texture is reached.

Serving Tips for One-Pot French Onion Pasta

• Serve warm by itself or with your favorite side of veggies. Garnish with parmesan cheese if desired. A side salad, roasted broccoli, or Brussels sprouts would go really well with this dish.
• Keep in mind the serving size (for nutrition purposes) is ¼ of the pot. 

Storage Tips

• Store leftover French onion pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat over the stove with a little olive oil or butter to loosen up the pasta. Similarly, you can reheat it in the microwave with a little butter to make it easier to stir and serve.

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