Description
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender beef short ribs with sweet, caramelized onions and rich beef broth. Topped with ooey-gooey Gruyère cheese, this soup is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with family and friends. Its unique blend of savory and sweet flavors will have everyone reaching for seconds. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers plenty of room for customization, making it an ideal meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 3 large yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Sear the beef short ribs in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and caramelize over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the short ribs to the pot along with beef broth, thyme leaves, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil then lower the heat to simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove short ribs from the pot; shred the meat off the bones and return it to the broth.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with shredded Gruyère cheese; broil until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg