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Easy French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This easy French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup combines tender, slow-simmered short ribs with caramelized onions and savory broth, topped with toasted French bread and melted Swiss or Gruyère cheese for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Soup

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound beef short ribs
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Topping

  • 4 slices of French bread
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Sear the Beef In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes each side. Remove the ribs and set aside.
  2. Caramelize the Onions In the same pot, add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Add Garlic Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add Broth and Simmer Return the short ribs to the pot, pour in the beef broth, and add balsamic vinegar, thyme, bay leaf, and additional salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
  5. Prepare the Bread Preheat the broiler. Place the French bread slices on a baking sheet and toast lightly in the oven.
  6. Shred the Meat Once the ribs are tender, remove them from the pot. Shred the meat, discard the bones, and return the shredded beef to the soup.
  7. Assemble the Soup Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Place a slice of toasted French bread on top of each bowl and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Broil and Serve Broil the bowls for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh thyme for best flavor, but dried thyme works as a substitute.
  • Broil the bread slices lightly to prevent them from burning under the cheese.
  • Shredding the meat off the bone ensures tender pieces throughout the soup.

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