Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup—a hearty fusion of tender short ribs, caramelized onions, and rich beef broth. Finished with broiled cheese-topped toasted bread, this rustic French-inspired soup is perfect for cozy nights or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices of baguette or crusty bread, toasted
- 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef short ribs on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, melt the butter. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring often, for 25-30 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
4. Return short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 2-3 hours until the short ribs are tender.
6. Remove short ribs, shred the meat, and discard bones. Return shredded meat to the soup.
7. Preheat broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each with a slice of toasted bread and shredded cheese.
8. Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, caramelize onions slowly over low heat.
This soup can be made a day ahead and reheated—flavors deepen over time.
Use oven-safe bowls for the final broiling step.
If preferred, substitute short ribs with chuck roast or stew meat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup, French onion soup, short rib soup, cheesy beef soup, caramelized onion soup