Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup. This hearty dish features tender beef short ribs simmered in a flavorful broth, topped with sweet caramelized onions and gooey Gruyère cheese. Perfect for chilly nights, this soup is sure to warm your heart and impress your guests. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty baguette slices for a truly comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- 1. Sear the Ribs: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef short ribs with salt and pepper; brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- 2. Caramelize the Onions: In the same pot, add sliced onions. Stir occasionally for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- 3. Add Garlic and Wine: Stir in minced garlic for 1 minute, then deglaze with red wine, scraping up any browned bits.
- 4. Add Broth and Herbs: Return ribs to the pot along with beef broth and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 2 hours until tender.
- 5. Create Your Cheesy Topping: Toast baguette slices until golden brown, sprinkle with Gruyère cheese, and broil until bubbly.
- 6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, top with cheesy baguette slices, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 130 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 537
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 892mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 102mg