French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup

A cozy, hearty bowl of soup featuring tender beef short ribs and a rich, flavorful broth topped with cheesy toast.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: French

Calories: 450

Main Ingredients

2 lbs beef short ribs These are the stars of today’s show; don’t skimp—trust me on this.
4 large onions, thinly sliced I prefer yellow because they caramelise beautifully, but you do you.
3 cloves garlic, minced Or 5 if you’re fighting off vampires or just really love garlic.
1 cup dry red wine My go-to is a decent Merlot, and yes, it’s okay if some ends up in your glass.
4 cups beef broth I usually go for the low-sodium kind—don’t be shy with the flavour.
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Adds a nice tang, like the surprise twist in a rom-com.
1 teaspoon thyme Fresh if you can manage; it really does make a difference.
1 baguette, sliced baguette You know, the fancy French kind; we’re trying to feel a bit gourmet here.
2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese Or whatever cheese makes your heart sing.
Salt and pepper To taste (go heavy on the pepper if you’re feeling feisty).

Preparation

First, heat a bit of oil in your Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Sear the beef short ribs until browned on all sides.
Remove the ribs and add the sliced onions to the pan, sautéing until caramelized.
Add minced garlic and a splash of wine to deglaze the pan.
Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, thyme, and balsamic vinegar.
Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours.
While it simmers, toast the sliced baguette with a sprinkle of Gruyère cheese.
Serve the soup in bowls with toasted cheese baguette slices on top.

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

If you're short on time, consider using a slow cooker to let the flavors develop more gradually.

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