Description
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is your ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines tender beef short ribs and sweet caramelized onions in a flavorful broth, topped with gooey Gruyère cheese. It’s an experience that wraps you in warmth and rich flavors, making it ideal for cozy nights in or special gatherings. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice cooks can create this restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the onions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- 2. Brown the short ribs: Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- 3. Combine ingredients: Return caramelized onions to the pot with garlic, add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Nestle the seared short ribs into the pot.
- 4. Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours until meat is tender.
- 5. Add balsamic vinegar: Stir in balsamic vinegar for brightness before serving.
- 6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with shredded Gruyère cheese. Optionally broil until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 145 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg