Description
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is the epitome of comfort food, boasting a rich, savory broth filled with tender short ribs and sweet caramelized onions. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, providing warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. Topped with gooey melted cheese and served with crusty bread, it’s a dish that not only delights the palate but also impresses visually. Simple to prepare yet gourmet in taste, this recipe will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
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 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices of baguette or crusty bread, toasted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Sear the short ribs: Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; sear until browned on all sides (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove from pot and set aside.
- Caramelize onions: In the same pot, melt unsalted butter. Add sliced onions and cook on medium heat until golden brown (about 20–25 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute. Return short ribs to the pot, adding beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
- Simmer the soup: Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 3 hours or until ribs are tender.
- Prepare toasted bread: Preheat oven to broil. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet; broil until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve: Discard bay leaf from soup. Ladle into bowls topped with toasted bread and shredded cheese; place under broiler briefly until cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg