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Baked Caramelized Onion Pasta

Recipe by Carleigh Bodrug on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 25 to cook. A plant‑based pasta that transforms sweet caramelized onions into a savory, cheesy delight. The lemon adds brightness while vegan parmesan and nutritional yeast create a creamy, comforting gluten‑free meal ready in under 40 minutes.

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Baked Caramelized Onion Pasta by Carleigh Bodrug, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (400°F).

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the gluten‑free pasta, and cook according to the package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: al dente pasta. Cook according to the package directions, then drain.

  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced red onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and turn deep golden brown, about 15 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: deep golden onions. Stir occasionally as the onion softens and caramelizes.

  4. Add the minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to the onions; sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  5. Stir in the cooked pasta, nutritional yeast, vegan parmesan, chopped fresh basil, and lemon juice. Toss everything together and heat through, about 2–3 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: seasoned basil pasta. Toss with the nutritional yeast, vegan cheese, basil and lemon.

  6. Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle a little extra vegan parmesan on top, and bake for 10 minutes, or until the surface is golden and bubbly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: golden bubbly surface. Bake until the top is browned and bubbling.

  7. Remove from the oven, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve hot, garnished with additional chopped basil if desired.

Tips while you cook

Caramelize onions fully
Cook the sliced red onions for about 15 minutes until deep golden brown before adding garlic.
Add garlic last
Stir in minced garlic, salt, and pepper and sauté only 2 minutes.
Bake for a golden finish
Transfer the tossed pasta to a baking dish and bake 10 minutes until the surface is golden and bubbly.
Rest before serving
Let the baked pasta rest 2 minutes after removing from the oven for easier serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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