Description
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is a warm and comforting dish that captures the essence of hearty home cooking. Infused with rich flavors from tender beef short ribs and sweet, caramelized onions, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. The delightful melted cheese topping adds an indulgent finish, making each bowl a cozy delight. With straightforward preparation steps, you can impress your guests without any fuss. This recipe also allows for make-ahead convenience, as the flavors deepen over time, creating an even more satisfying meal.
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 baguette or crusty bread, toasted
- 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper, sear on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and sliced onions; cook for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Build the Soup: Return short ribs to the pot; add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer on low for 2-3 hours until meat is tender. Shred meat from bones and return it to the pot.
- Prepare Topping: Preheat broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls; top each with toasted bread and cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve: Carefully remove from oven and enjoy hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg