Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 whole Large Onion, Cut In Half, Then Thinly Sliced
  • 2 Tablespoons Sugar
  • 8 ounces, weight Penne Pasta
  • 1/4 cups Butter
  • 1/2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 whole Chipotle Chile From A Can, Finely Diced
  • 1 teaspoon Adobo Sauce From The Can Of Chiles
  • 1/4 cups Flour
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 2 cups Shredded White Cheddar Cheese

Method

  • For the onions: In a large skillet over medium heat melt the butter and then the olive oil.
  • Add your onions and saute for a few minutes until they begin to get soft.
  • Add the 2 tablespoons of sugar and turn the heat down a little.
  • Continue cooking for about 20 minutes until they are a golden brown.
  • Drain any excess oil and set aside to cool.
  • (I take mine out of the pan and place them on a couple of paper towels to absorb any excess oil.)
  • For the pasta: Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Cook pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente (according to package instructions for al dente).
  • Meanwhile melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic, diced chipotle pepper and the adobo sauce.
  • Cook for a minute until fragrant.
  • Add your flour and whisk constantly for about 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add milk and bring to a boil and simmer for a minute until it thickens.
  • Remove from the heat and add the cheese a handful at a time stirring until melted.
  • Add the caramelized onions and pasta and mix thoroughly.
  • Place in a large oval baking dish and bake at 375 F for about 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!