Pasta with onions and potatoes
- Lactose Free
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Energy Kcal 401
- Carbohydrates g 77.2
- of which sugars g 5.7
- Protein g 10.5
- Fats g 5.6
- of which saturated fat g 0.89
- Fiber g 4.9
- Sodium mg 510
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 30 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Pasta with onions and potatoes is a real Southern Italian classic, you know? It brings out the best in simple ingredients. Originating from Campania, this dish has a true homemade vibe—comfort and tradition all wrapped up together. Tender potatoes, sweet onions, and pasta come together to make a meal that's filling but not heavy. Really good stuff. Folks in Naples often add their own twist, like the Neapolitan version with a cheesy, golden crust that gets all bubbly and crispy on top.
It's like a warm hug, especially when it is chilly out or you just need something cozy. Pasta with onions and potatoes shines because it turns pantry staples into something super comforting. Once you taste those creamy textures and homey flavors, you'll see why it's one of the best pasta and potato recipes to make at home. Seriously, it's so so good.
In Southern Italy, people love to experiment with this dish. Baked versions with melted provola cheese or rustic pots of pasta e patate with herbs for extra flavor are pretty common. It's perfect for those seeking vegetarian pasta dishes or something from the "easy pasta recipes" playbook. The onions almost caramelize, adding a mellow sweetness that pairs well with the starchy potatoes and pasta.
And look, some families even toss in extra vegetables or a handful of grated cheese at the end. The beauty of it is that everything cooks together in one pot, letting the flavors blend and the sauce become moist and creamy. Whether you try a baked version with a crispy cheese top or opt for a stovetop bowl of pasta with caramelized onions, it’s the kind of meal that just feels right.
It's no wonder this dish is a favorite in Southern Italian kitchens, where sharing good, honest food—really really honest—never goes out of style. So, next time you're in the mood for something simple yet satisfying, remember this recipe that shows the heart of Italian home cooking. Can't go wrong with it.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Potatoes 1.3 lbs (600 g) - yellow-fleshed
- Red onions 2.8 oz (80 g)
- Ditaloni rigati pasta 1 ¼ cup (250 g)
- Peeled tomatoes 1 cup (240 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Rosemary to taste
- Parsley to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
How to prepare Pasta with onions and potatoes
To make the pasta with onions and potatoes, first peel the potatoes 1, then wash and dry them 2 before cutting them into cubes 3.
Peel the onion and slice it 4, chop the rosemary first 5 and then the parsley 6.
In a large pot, pour the oil and the sliced onions 7, sauté for 2 minutes then flavor with the rosemary 8 and the parsley 9,
let it season for another minute, then add the peeled tomatoes (10-11) and cook for 5 minutes. At this point, add a glass of pasta cooking water 12;
salt 13, pepper 14, also add the cubed potatoes 15 and continue cooking for another 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Now place a pan full of salted water on the heat, and when it comes to a boil, cook the pasta al dente following the time indicated on the package. Once the pasta is al dente, drain it directly into the pan with the sauce 16. Stir 17 to flavor and finish cooking. Serve the pasta with onions and potatoes hot 18.