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French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup Recipe

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A rich and comforting French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup that combines tender, slow-simmered beef short ribs with deeply caramelized onions and savory beef broth. Topped with crusty baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese, this soup is a hearty meal perfect for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef short ribs
  • 6 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Topping

  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat a few tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they become a deep golden brown and caramelized. This process takes about 45 minutes and imparts a rich, sweet flavor to the soup base.
  2. Brown the Short Ribs: While the onions are cooking, season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper. In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ribs on all sides until nicely seared. This step locks in flavor and adds depth to the broth.
  3. Simmer the Soup: Transfer the caramelized onions to the pot if not already in one, add the beef broth and fresh thyme. Add the browned short ribs to the broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let the soup cook for about 2 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  4. Prepare the Toppings: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast until lightly golden. Remove ribs from the soup, shred the meat, and discard bones. Return shredded meat to the soup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Assemble and Broil: Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each bowl with toasted baguette slices and a generous amount of grated Gruyère cheese. Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 to 4 minutes. Carefully remove and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Be patient while caramelizing onions to develop their deep sweet flavor.
  • Using a good quality beef broth enhances the soup’s richness.
  • Gruyère cheese is key for its nutty flavor and excellent melting properties.
  • Oven-safe bowls are needed for broiling the cheese topping safely.
  • Leftover soup can be refrigerated and tastes even better the next day.

Keywords: French Onion Soup, Beef Short Rib Soup, Caramelized Onion Soup, Gruyère Cheese Soup, Comfort Food

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