French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup

Warm, hearty, and loaded with rich flavors, French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is the ultimate comfort dish. The tender short ribs, caramelized onions, and melted cheese combine for a meal that’s both indulgent and satisfying. This elegant yet easy dish is perfect for cozy evenings or impressing dinner guests.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in)
  
  

• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  
  

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  
  

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
  
  

• 3 garlic cloves, minced
  
  

• 6 cups beef broth
  
  

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  
  

• 1 bay leaf
  
  

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

• 6 slices baguette or crusty bread (toasted)
  
  

• 1½ cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
  
  

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
   
   

2. Season short ribs with salt and pepper, sear on all sides (3-4 minutes per side), then set aside.
   
   

3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, then cook sliced onions for 25-30 minutes until golden and caramelized.
   
   

4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
   
   

5. Return short ribs to pot, add beef broth, Worcestershire, bay leaf, and thyme.
   
   

6. Simmer on low, covered, for 2-3 hours until ribs are tender.
   
   

7. Remove ribs, shred meat, discard bones, and return meat to pot.
   
   

8. Preheat broiler, ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with toast and cheese.
   
   

9. Broil 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
   
   

10. Serve hot, optionally garnished with thyme.
    
    

Nutritional Value by Grams (per serving approx.)

• Calories: 480 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 32 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 20 g
  
  

• Fat: 28 g