Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup, a comforting dish that delights the senses and warms the soul. This hearty soup features tender beef short ribs simmered to perfection with sweet caramelized onions, resulting in a rich, flavorful broth. Topped with gooey melted cheese and crusty toasted bread, it’s not only delicious but also an inviting centerpiece for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 slices of toasted baguette
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season beef short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium; add butter and sliced onions to the pot. Cook for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Return short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and thyme; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours until tender. Shred meat from bones and return to pot.
- Preheat broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toasted baguette slices and shredded cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg