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French Onion Short Rib Soup

A warm and comforting dish featuring slow-cooked short ribs in a rich broth, topped with cheesy Gruyère toast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds short ribs
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing short ribs
  • 1 French baguette sliced For serving
  • 2 cups Gruyère cheese, grated For topping the toast
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the pot until browned on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  3. Remove the short ribs and add the sliced onions to the pot. Lower the heat to medium.
  4. Cook the onions down, stirring frequently until they’re caramelized and golden brown, about 30-40 minutes.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the short ribs back to the pot along with the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cooking
  1. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 2-3 hours until the short ribs are tender and the flavors meld together.
Serving
  1. While the soup is cooking, slice the baguette and place cheese on top. Toast under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and golden, keeping a close watch to avoid burning.
  2. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a piece of cheese toast. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Don’t rush the onions! Slow cooking is key for sweetness and flavor. The soup improves after a day in the fridge, making for excellent leftovers.