What Makes This Soup Special?
- Depth of flavor from slow-braised short ribs and deeply caramelized onions
- Savory, sweet, and rich—a sophisticated comfort food
- Make-ahead friendly—tastes even better the next day
- Elegant yet rustic—perfect for casual or formal dining
- Melty cheese topping for that iconic French onion finish
Ingredients
For the Short Ribs:
- 2 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in for best flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Soup Base:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, or use more broth)
- 8 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
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