Description
A hearty and comforting French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions, tender beef short ribs, and gooey Gruyère cheese. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner.
Ingredients
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Beef Short Ribs:
- 2 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Caramelized Onions:
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
Soup Base:
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Serving:
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Short Ribs: Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until browned. Set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: Cook onions until deeply caramelized. Add garlic, balsamic vinegar, and thyme.
- Simmer: Deglaze with red wine, add beef broth, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer with short ribs until tender.
- Finish Soup: Shred beef, adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls, top with baguette and Gruyère.
- Broil: Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and yellow onions for richer flavor.
- If desired, reduce broth for a thicker soup.
- Can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Broiling
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl with bread and cheese
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
