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Sweet and Tangy Caramelized Onion Penne

Indulge in the rich flavors of caramelized sweet Vidalia onions combined with hearty penne pasta, enlivened by a spritz of fresh lemon. This Sweet and Tangy Caramelized Onion Penne is an umami-packed and simple-to-follow recipe that effortlessly delivers a restaurant-quality dish.
1
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
350
CALORIES
$0.66
PER SERVING
Sweet and Tangy Caramelized Onion Penne
Directions
7 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
1 hr
COOK TIME
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Simmer the penne pasta in salted water as per package instructions, then drain and keep it aside.
2
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a pan over a medium-low flame. Add finely sliced Vidalia onions to the pan.
3
Cook onions gently for about 60 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes, until they transform into a beautiful brown color.
4
Ensure that the heat is kept at medium-low to prevent the onions from scorching.
5
Once the onions are caramelized, add them to the pot of drained penne pasta and mix thoroughly.
6
Stir in the fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to your liking.
7
Serve the Sweet and Tangy Caramelized Onion Penne piping hot and relish its balanced flavors.
Health Info
Macros
75g
CARBS
8g
FAT
11g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
VEGAN
Contains these allergens
WHEAT
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