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French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast

French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast

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Instructions

Step 1: Braise the Short Ribs

  1. Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and tomato paste, stirring for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it reduce for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Return the short ribs to the pot, cover, and simmer on low for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.

Step 2: Caramelize the Onions

  1. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally.
  2. After 10 minutes, add sugar and salt to help caramelize the onions. Continue cooking for 30-40 minutes until the onions turn deep golden brown.
  3. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and dried thyme. Pour in the additional beef broth and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Shred the Short Ribs & Assemble the Soup

  1. Remove the short ribs from the pot and shred the meat, discarding any bones.
  2. Strain the braising liquid and add it to the caramelized onion soup base. Stir in the shredded beef and let everything simmer for another 15 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 4: Make the Gruyère Toast

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush baguette slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle Gruyère cheese on top and bake for 5-7 minutes until melted and bubbly.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

  1. Ladle the rich, beefy French onion short rib soup into bowls.
  2. Place a piece of Gruyère toast on top or serve it on the side.
  3. Garnish with fresh thyme and enjoy the comforting flavors of this incredible dish!

Tips for the Best French Onion Short Rib Soup

🥩 Choose good quality short ribs – Look for well-marbled meat for the best flavor.
🧅 Caramelize the onions properly – This step takes time but creates a deep, sweet flavor that defines the dish.
🍷 Use a good red wine – A dry wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot enhances the broth’s richness.
🧀 Gruyère is the best cheese – Its nutty, slightly sweet flavor pairs perfectly with the soup.

Final Thoughts

French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast is the ultimate comfort food—hearty, flavorful, and elegant. Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or just craving a bowl of rich, warm goodness, this recipe is sure to impress.

Try it once, and it might just become your new favorite cold-weather dish! 🍲🧀

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