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Indulgent French Onion Short Rib Soup: A Comforting Delight

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This comforting soup features tender short ribs, caramelized onions, and melted Gruyère cheese, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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To create this comforting soup, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 2 pounds short ribs
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 slices of baguette
  • 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese

These ingredients are not just accessible; they bring together flavors that will make your taste buds dance. I love using fresh herbs to elevate the dish, but don’t worry if you have to use dried—it’s still going to be delicious!

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot, season short ribs with salt and pepper, and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  2. Add sliced onions, reduce heat, and cook for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Add minced garlic and thyme, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping any browned bits, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add beef broth and seared short ribs, bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 hours.
  6. About 10 minutes before serving, toast baguette slices in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) until golden brown.
  7. Serve soup in bowls, top with toasted baguette and Gruyère cheese, optionally broiling for a minute to melt the cheese.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use fresh thyme if available.
  • Broiling the cheese adds a delightful gooey texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free baguette)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg