French Onion Beef Short Ribs
Indulge in the rich flavors of French Onion Beef Short Ribs, where tender beef meets caramelized onions in a luxurious gravy. This comforting dish, topped with melty Gruyère cheese, is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce. Prepare to impress your guests and create unforgettable memories with this ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 4 large sweet onions, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup full-bodied red wine
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1 loaf crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sear the short ribs until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side), then remove and set aside.
- Add sliced onions to the pot and cook slowly for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute, then deglaze with red wine, scraping any browned bits from the pot.
- Return short ribs to the pot with beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and braise in the oven for 2-2.5 hours until fork-tender.
- Sprinkle Gruyère cheese over ribs during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight or using different herbs like rosemary. If you want a thicker gravy, remove the ribs after cooking and reduce the sauce on the stovetop.