French Onion Spaghetti Pie

By kimvess

This hearty noodle casserole contains all the same great flavors of a classic French onion soup, but in an easier dish to make and to eat.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 3 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 2 clove(s) garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon(s) fresh thyme leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) sugar
• 1/2 cup(s) dried bread crumbs
• 3 tablespoon(s) butter, melted
• 1.50 cup(s) shredded Gruyère cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cup(s) whole milk
• 1/2 cup(s) dry white wine
• 1 pound(s) spaghetti

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling on high.

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil on medium. Add onions, garlic, thyme, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, covered, 10 minutes, stirring often.

In medium bowl, combine crumbs, 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/2 cup Gruyère. In large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1 cup Gruyère, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; set aside.

Uncover skillet. Cook 5 to 7 minutes on medium-high., until golden, stirring often. Add wine and 1 tablespoons butter. Cook until wine is reduced by half.

Cook pasta for half the time label directs. Drain; return to pot. Stir in onion mixture and egg mixture. Transfer pasta to skillet. Top with crumbs. Bake 30 minutes or until eggs set.