Description
If you’re craving something rich, comforting, and deeply flavorful, this Creamy French Onion Tortellini is exactly what you need. It combines everything you love about French onion soup—caramelized onions, fresh thyme, a splash of wine—with tender cheese-filled tortellini in a creamy, velvety sauce. It’s the ultimate cozy dinner idea, perfect for quick weeknight meals or impressing guests. This easy recipe is a must-try for fans of pasta, comfort food, and anyone looking for bold food ideas that come together fast.
Ingredients
2 cups cheese tortellini
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Slice the onions and cook them in a skillet with butter and olive oil over low heat for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally until deeply caramelized.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up the browned bits.
4. Stir in the broth and thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes to build flavor.
5. Add the heavy cream and lower the heat. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Boil the tortellini in salted water according to package directions, about 3–4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
7. Add tortellini to the sauce, stir gently, and let everything cook together for 2 minutes.
8. Finish with Parmesan and fresh thyme. Serve hot.
Notes
Be patient while caramelizing the onions—they are the flavor foundation.
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it.
For extra richness, top with more Parmesan and a drizzle of cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg