Description
French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and sophistication to winter evenings. This delightful twist on classic French onion soup features tender beef short ribs simmered in a rich broth, complemented by sweet caramelized onions. Topped with golden-brown Gruyère cheese toast, this recipe not only warms the soul but also impresses at any gathering or cozy dinner. With simple preparation steps and the promise of deep, satisfying flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef short ribs
- 6 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 cups beef stock
- 1 cup dry red apple vinegar
- 1 French baguette, sliced
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil and brown the ribs on all sides; set aside.
- In the same pot, add butter and sliced onions; cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic, deglaze with red apple vinegar, then reduce for a few minutes.
- Add beef stock, thyme, bay leaves, and return the short ribs to the pot. Cover and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
- While simmering, preheat the broiler. Toast baguette slices until golden brown; top with Gruyère cheese and broil until melted.
- Serve soup hot topped with Gruyère toast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 330g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg