Description
Warm, hearty, and bursting with rich flavors, French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This delightful recipe features tender beef short ribs that meld beautifully with caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with gooey melted cheese and crusty bread. Each spoonful envelops your senses in a delicious blend of textures and tastes, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Easy to prepare and even better the next day, this soup will quickly become a cherished favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 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 or crusty bread
- 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Thinly slice onions and mince garlic; season short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Caramelize onions: In a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add onions and cook slowly for about 30–40 minutes until deep golden brown.
- Sear short ribs: In another pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear short ribs on all sides until browned (about 5 minutes per side).
- Combine ingredients: Add minced garlic to the pot with caramelized onions; stir for 1 minute. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, thyme, and seared short ribs. Bring to a boil then reduce to low heat.
- Simmer: Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 2–2.5 hours until short ribs are tender.
- Serve: Remove bay leaf before serving; ladle hot soup into bowls, top with toasted baguette slices, and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese. Broil briefly if desired until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth or high-quality store-bought options. Experiment with different cheeses like Swiss or mozzarella for varied tastes. Leftovers can be frozen for up to three months—perfect for meal prep!