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Savory French Onion Short Rib Soup

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A rich and comforting soup combining tender short ribs, caramelized onions, and gooey Gruyère cheese, perfect for chilly fall evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in
  • 4 large yellow onions, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir)
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 French baguette, sliced and toasted
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Season the short ribs generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. Add olive oil to a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the short ribs on all sides until well-browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same pot. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in the beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and return the short ribs to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 2-3 hours until the short ribs are fall-apart tender.
  6. While the soup is simmering, slice the baguette into rounds and toast them. Once the soup is done, ladle it into oven-safe bowls, top with a baguette slice, and sprinkle generously with Gruyère cheese.
  7. Place the bowls under the broiler for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Caramelize onions slowly to bring out their natural sweetness.’, ‘Use room-temperature short ribs for even searing.’, ‘Scrape up browned bits after deglazing for maximum flavor.’, ‘Soup tastes even better the next day, so consider making it ahead.’, ‘Feel free to adapt the recipe with substitutions like gluten-free bread or different cheeses.’]

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Keywords: French onion soup, short rib soup, fall comfort food, hearty soup, caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese, beef stew, cozy meals

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