Orecchiette Timbale with Root Vegetables & Caramelized Onions

Timballo di orecchiette con tuberie cipolla caramellata

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Preparation info
  • Serves:

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

    • Ready in

      1 hr 35

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By Isabella Barbato

Published 2026

  • About

A hearty baked dish for colder days, full of roasted roots, golden cheese and soft handmade orecchiette. This homemade orecchiette timbale brings together the comforting textures of roasted root vegetables with the rich creaminess of Gruyère cheese. The caramelized onions add a sweet, delicate flavour that contrasts beautifully with the earthiness of the vegetables, while the delicate herbs brighten the entire dish.

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