Pasta with Caramelised Onions and Seven Pepper Crush

There’s something irresistible about caramelised onions. Their gentle sweetness and deep golden colour bring a comforting richness that can transform even the simplest plate of pasta into something special. In this recipe, they are paired with a touch of Seven Pepper Crush, which adds subtle heat and aromatic depth right from the start.

The peppery notes of the Seven Pepper Crush balance the sweetness of the onions and lift the sauce, giving the pasta extra character and a little twist of complexity. The result is a dish that feels both homely and slightly indulgent – simple enough for everyday cooking, yet impressive enough to share with friends or family.

500 g dried pasta (such as tagliatelle or linguine)
6 large yellow onions
3 tbsp olive oil
30 g butter
1 tbsp sugar (optional)
100 ml reserved pasta cooking water
50 g freshly grated parmesan
1 tsp Seven Pepper Crush (or to taste)
Salt
Fresh parsley, for serving

Peel and slice the onions thinly. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan, then cook the onions over low heat for about 30 minutes until soft and golden. Stir regularly, and add a little sugar if you’d like to enhance their natural sweetness.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of salted water until al dente. Reserve about 100 ml of the pasta water before draining.

Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the caramelised onions. Stir through and add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen and bind everything together.

Season with freshly grated parmesan and Seven Pepper Crush, adjusting the flavour with a little salt if needed.

Top with extra Seven Pepper Crush and a scattering of fresh parsley before serving.

Enjoy!