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Farfalle Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Caramelized Onions

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Ingredients

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For the Pasta Dish

  • 12 oz farfalle pasta
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 cups cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Caramelize the Onions

  1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-low heat.
  2. Cook Onions: Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until golden and caramelized. Reduce the heat if they start browning too quickly. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the farfalle and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Sauté the Mushrooms and Spinach

  1. Heat Oil: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms: Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes or until browned.
  3. Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Combine and Serve

  1. Mix Ingredients: Add the caramelized onions back to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss to combine, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if needed for a cohesive sauce.
  2. Season and Serve: Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme. Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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