French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast: A Rich and Comforting Classic

If you love French onion soup and braised short ribs, this recipe is the perfect combination of both! French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast takes the classic, caramelized onion goodness of French onion soup and elevates it with tender, fall-apart short ribs, creating a dish that is deeply flavorful, rich, and absolutely comforting.

Perfect for a cozy dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this soup is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the beef, onions, and broth to develop incredible depth. Topped with crispy Gruyère cheese toast, it’s an unforgettable dish that’s well worth the effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Deep, rich flavors – Caramelized onions, slow-braised beef, and a flavorful broth create an irresistible taste.
✔ Melt-in-your-mouth short ribs – The beef is slow-cooked until it’s incredibly tender.
✔ Perfect cheesy toast topping – Gruyère cheese adds a creamy, nutty, and slightly tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the broth.
✔ A step up from classic French onion soup – This version is heartier, more satisfying, and packed with protein.

Ingredients

For the Short Ribs:

2 lbs beef short ribs
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion (chopped)
2 carrots (chopped)
2 celery stalks (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup red wine
4 cups beef broth
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 bay leaf

For the French Onion Soup:

3 large onions (thinly sliced)
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon sugar (helps caramelize the onions)
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups beef broth (additional, for the soup base)

For the Gruyère Toast:

1 small baguette (sliced)
1 cup Gruyère cheese (grated)
1 tablespoon olive oil

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