Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup, a dish that combines tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef short ribs with sweet caramelized onions, all simmered in a savory broth. Topped with gooey Gruyère cheese and served alongside crispy French bread, this gourmet soup is perfect for chilly evenings or special gatherings. Its deep flavors and easy preparation make it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Experience the warmth and satisfaction of this hearty bowl of goodness that’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef short ribs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 slices French bread, toasted
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. In a heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the ribs until browned on all sides. Remove from the pot.
- Add sliced onions to the pot and cook over medium heat until caramelized (20-25 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and thyme for one minute.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Return the short ribs to the pot.
- Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and a bay leaf; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Shred the meat from the bones once cool enough to handle; return meat to soup. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Ladle soup into bowls, top with toasted French bread slices and Gruyère cheese, broil until bubbly, then garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg