Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Pasta Bake Recipe
A comforting and savory pasta bake featuring caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms blended with rich six-cheese pasta, baked to bubbly perfection. This dish combines deep, sweet flavors of caramelized onions with the earthiness of mushrooms and the creaminess of cheese for a delightful vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 Onions, thinly sliced
- 8 Ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tablespoon minced fresh thyme
Dairy & Pasta
- 4 Tablespoons butter, divided
- 12 Ounces Bob Evans Six Cheese Pasta
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the pasta dish.
- Caramelize Onions: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until the onions are browned and tender. Remove the cover, increase the heat to medium-high, and stir constantly until the onions achieve a golden brown color. Then remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and set them aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, cooking while stirring occasionally until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
- Combine Pasta and Vegetables: Place the six-cheese pasta into a mixing bowl. Stir in the caramelized onions, sautéed mushroom mixture, and fresh thyme until everything is well combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the combined mixture into a lightly greased 1½-quart baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dish is hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and enjoy your delicious caramelized onion and mushroom pasta bake warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan on top before baking.
- Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic effect; dried thyme can be substituted but reduce the quantity by half.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated before baking; just increase baking time by a few minutes if baking straight from the fridge.
- To make it vegan, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
Keywords: caramelized onion pasta bake, mushroom pasta bake, six cheese pasta bake, vegetarian pasta dish, baked pasta casserole
