French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is a comforting dish that brings together tender beef short ribs, sweet caramelized onions, and aromatic herbs in a rich broth. Topped with crispy baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese, this hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Its deep flavors and inviting aroma will warm your soul and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 3 large yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Sear the beef short ribs in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add sliced onions to the pot and cook over low heat for about 25 minutes until caramelized.
- Deglaze the pot with dry white wine, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the short ribs to the pot, add beef broth and fresh thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 2 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Meanwhile, toast baguette slices until golden brown.
- Serve soup in bowls topped with toasted baguette slices and shredded Gruyère cheese; broil for a few minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use bone-in short ribs. - Substitute beef broth with chicken broth or add mushrooms for extra depth. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.