Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup. Caramelized onions, tender beef short ribs, and gooey Gruyère cheese come together in this hearty and satisfying soup.
Ingredients
Beef Short Ribs:
- 2 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Caramelized Onions:
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Soup Base:
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Short Ribs: Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear in a Dutch oven until browned. Set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions: Cook onions in butter until caramelized. Add garlic, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
- Cook the Soup: Return short ribs to the pot, add broth and bay leaf. Simmer until ribs are tender. Shred the meat and season to taste.
- Assemble and Broil: Ladle soup into bowls, top with baguette and Gruyère. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can prepare the soup in advance and broil the cheese topping just before serving.
- For a deeper flavor, use homemade beef stock and finish with a splash of dry sherry.
