Best 6 Pasta With Yogurt And Caramelized Onions Recipes

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Pasta with Yogurt and Caramelized Onions: A Culinary Delight

Indulge in a culinary adventure with our exquisite Pasta with Yogurt and Caramelized Onions recipe. This delectable dish offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly cooked pasta is tossed with a creamy yogurt sauce, infused with the sweet and savory notes of caramelized onions. The result is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

But that's not all! This versatile recipe offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a vegetarian or meat-inclusive meal, we have you covered. Choose from tender chicken, succulent shrimp, or hearty mushrooms to complement the pasta and yogurt sauce.

For a lighter touch, opt for the vegetarian version, where roasted vegetables add a pop of color and a delightful crunch. And for those who enjoy a bit of spice, a sprinkle of chili flakes or a dollop of spicy sauce will elevate the dish to new heights.

With its combination of creamy, tangy, and caramelized flavors, this Pasta with Yogurt and Caramelized Onions recipe promises a taste experience like no other. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on this culinary journey together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMELIZED ONION PASTA



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All you need for this tasty dinner is a bag of onions, garlic, some dried pasta, and cheese. Caramelizing sliced onions in a little butter and olive oil makes them become sweet and yielding, almost luscious. Pasta water and Parmesan do double duty, adding salt and depth while the creamy sauce forms.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     Pasta     Butter     Onion     Garlic     Parmesan     Cheese     Parsley     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 lb. onions (about 3 large), thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
12 oz. linguine or other long pasta
4 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), divided, plus more for serving
½ cup parsley, finely chopped (optional), plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium until butter is melted. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender and deeply golden brown, about 30 minutes. (Stop before the onions become dry and shriveled.) Add red pepper flakes (if using) and 1 1/2 tsp. salt. Remove pot from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking liquid.
  • Add pasta and 1 cup pasta cooking liquid to onion mixture and stir to combine. Add a small handful of cheese and stir until melted. Repeat with remaining cheese, adding more pasta cooking liquid as needed to create a glossy sauce that coats the pasta. Stir in parsley (if using).
  • Divide pasta among bowls. Top with Parmesan, parsley, and a few cranks of pepper.

CARAMELIZED ONION & GARLIC PASTA



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This full-flavored recipe is the result of my mom's love of pasta and our love of cooking together. With a bit of pepper heat and smoky bacon, the entree is excellent alone or paired with grilled chicken. -Lacy Jo Matheson, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked angel hair pasta
9 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the onions, pepper flakes and salt; saute until onions are tender. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until onions are deep golden brown., Add the tomatoes, vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; toss with onion mixture., Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with bacon, cheese, and pepper; heat through. Garnish with basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SPICY SPAGHETTI WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND HERBS



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Except perhaps for the fresh herbs, you probably have all the necessary ingredients to make this incredibly flavorful, easy pasta. The caramelized onions add sweetness to the salty olives and Parmesan, while red chile and garlic make the dish's flavors pungent and deep. A squeeze of fresh lemon right at the end brightens everything, adding a mild tang. Feel free to play around with the basic formula, swapping capers or even a small tin of sardines or tuna for olives, vinegar for the lemon, arugula or spinach for the parsley, and other cheeses (feta or pecorino) for the Parmesan.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt, as needed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large white or Spanish onions, halved and very thinly sliced
12 ounces spaghetti
6 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon chile paste or red-pepper flakes, or to taste
2 anchovies, chopped (optional)
1 cup chopped mix of parsley and basil (or use all parsley)
1/3 cup chopped cured Moroccan or other intensely flavored black olives
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
Lemon wedges, for squeezing
Grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Put a large pot of heavily salted water on and let it come to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, cook the onions: Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and pale golden at the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. Lower heat if the edges start to brown too quickly or raise heat if onions aren't turning golden quickly enough.
  • When the water comes to a boil, cook spaghetti according to package directions until just al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta.
  • Thinly slice 4 garlic cloves, and stir into golden onions, along with red-pepper flakes. Continue to cook until onions are a rich brown, about 10 minutes longer. If the garlic starts to burn, lower the heat.
  • Finely grate remaining garlic cloves, and mash into anchovies using the flat side of your knife. Move some of the onion mixture to the side of the pan and add anchovy paste to bare spot in the skillet. Cook paste for 1 minute, then add herbs and olives, stir everything together, and cook another 1 minute.
  • Stir in cooked pasta, butter, and salt to taste, tossing to coat pasta. Add pasta water if it looks dry. Serve with a generous squeeze of lemon, and sprinkle with Parmesan and more chile on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 536, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 479 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPAGHETTI WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND YOGURT



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Yogurt gives this dish creaminess without the heaviness (and calories) of a cream-based sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 pounds onions, halved and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons dry white wine
1 pound whole-wheat spaghetti
3/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 cups homemade yogurt or store-bought plain low-fat yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine oil, onions, thyme, bay leaf, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saute pan; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender and golden brown, about 1 1/2 hours. If the pan becomes dry, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to prevent onions from burning.
  • Add wine, and bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. When wine has evaporated, remove pan from heat; discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta; cook until al dente. Drain. Stir pasta, parsley, and 1 teaspoon salt into onions; season with pepper.
  • Divide pasta among 6 bowls. Top each serving with 1/3 cup yogurt, drizzle with oil, and season with pepper.

PASTA WITH YOGURT AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     pastas, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sheep's-milk yogurt
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 cups coarsely chopped onions
Sea salt
1 pound tagliatelle
1 cup coarsely grated kefalotyri cheese, or pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • Line a colander with cheesecloth and set over a bowl or in the sink. Add the yogurt and let drain for 2 hours.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the onions. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. As the water heats, add enough salt so that you can taste it. Add the pasta and cook until soft, not al dente. Combine the drained yogurt with 1/2 cup cooking water and mix well. Drain the pasta and toss with the yogurt mixture.
  • Divide the pasta among 4 bowls. Sprinkle generously with cheese and top with caramelized onions and their juices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 851, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 114 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 1212 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams

PASTA WITH YOGURT AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS FROM KASSOS



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According to Diane Kochilas, author of The Glorious Foods of Greece, from whom I adapted this recipe, you can find this dish, Makarounes Tis Kassou, in many of the Dodecanese Islands. She says it's one of the best and easiest dishes in Greek cooking--I don't know if that's true, but I know this is delicious--sweet onions, tart yogurt, lovely texture. The key is the right yogurt--use Greek yogurt if possible, sheep's milk yogurt is the best, or use plain yogurt that you sit in a sieve and drain until it becomes lovely and thick. The only thing missing from this dish is a bit of color and I have found that adding some fresh Greek oregano or some fresh thyme does wonders both in terms of taste and presentation.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Greek

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 onions, peeled, halved and sliced thinly
1 lb fettuccine, preferably fresh
2 cups yogurt, sheep's milk
1 cup kefalotyri, coarsely grated (or substitute 1/2 cup coarsely grated gruyere and a 1/2 cup coarsely grated reggiano)
1/4 cup oregano (Greek or fresh)
1/4 cup thyme, fresh

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium high heat.
  • Add the sliced onions and stir to coat with the butter.
  • Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook the onions, stirring occasionally (don't let them stick) for about 45 minutes or until they are really brown and soft.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta to desired doneness.
  • Mix the yogurt with 1/2 cup of the pasta water and mix well.
  • Add the yogurt mixture to the onions and stir in until the onions are evenly coated with the yogurt mixture.
  • Add the drained pasta and about half the cheese and toss.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the rest of the cheese and the herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 94.8, Sodium 58.5, Carbohydrate 67.2, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 14.8

Tips:

  • Use a good quality yogurt. Full-fat yogurt will give the sauce a richer flavor. Greek yogurt is also a good option, as it is thicker and creamier.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly. This will allow them to develop a deep, rich flavor. Be patient and don't rush the process.
  • Add the yogurt and milk to the onions gradually. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
  • Season the sauce to taste. You may want to add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or other spices to taste.
  • Serve the pasta with your favorite toppings. Some good options include grated Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Pasta with yogurt and caramelized onions is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover yogurt. The caramelized onions add a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, while the yogurt makes the sauce creamy and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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