Caramelized Onion Penne

May 02, 2014

This dish was perfectly creamy — just like Rachel’s. And the onions…well, there aren’t words to describe how sweet and flavorful they were!

1/2 pound whole-wheat penne pasta
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp anchovy paste or 4 flat fillets
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 bay leaf
Freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbsp flour
1/2 cup cream
1/4 cup pasta water
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, a couple of handfuls
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to directions to al dente and drain. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the anchovy paste and let it melt into...
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Nutritions

Calories
448

Sodium
420mg
17% DV

Fat
23g
36% DV

Protein
8g
16% DV

Carbs
50g
17% DV

Fiber
8g
32% DV

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