Description
Experience the warmth of this hearty soup, filled with caramelized onions, tender beef, and aromatic herbs that create a heartwarming meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef short ribs
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices baguette, toasted
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Sauté Those Onions: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add sliced onions. Cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Brown the Short Ribs: Season beef short ribs with salt and pepper. In a separate skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear ribs on all sides until browned.
- Combine Everything: Add browned short ribs to the pot with onions. Pour in beef broth and add thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Prepare Your Toppings: Preheat the oven broiler. Place toasted baguette slices on a baking sheet and top each slice with Gruyère cheese. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve It Up: Ladle the soup into bowls, top with cheesy baguette slices, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, allow the short ribs to marinate overnight before cooking. You can substitute vegetable broth for a lighter option. Feel free to add mushrooms for extra umami flavor.