Description
A hearty and comforting soup featuring beef short ribs, caramelized onions, and melted cheese on toasted French bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 4 slices of French bread
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- 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.
- Caramelize the Onions: In the same pot, add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 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.
- Prepare the Bread: Preheat the broiler. Place the French bread slices on a baking sheet and toast lightly in the oven.
- 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.
- 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.
- Broil and Serve: Broil the bowls for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, consider using homemade beef broth.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg