The Ultimate Ribeye French Onion Soup
For ribeye cuts of steak, one thing some people like to do is cook it at a higher temperature than they cook other steaks at.
Recipe Summary The Ultimate Ribeye French Onion Soup
I love to reimagine classic dishes. The addition of tender ribeye here takes the French onion soup you've always known to a new level. Garnish with more fresh thyme sprigs.Ingredients | Ribeye Steak Cook Time In Oven2 ½ pounds thick-cut, bone-in ribeye steak¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon olive oil6 large onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick4 sprigs fresh thyme, or more to taste2 cups dry white wine1 (32 ounce) carton reduced-sodium beef broth4 slices artisanal-style bread¾ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheeseDirectionsSprinkle steak with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.Heat butter and oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add steak; sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove steak; drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Stir in onions and thyme; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender, about 15 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil, stirring with a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits. Boil until wine is reduced by half, about 15 minutes.Cut steak from the bones and chop into 1-inch pieces; transfer to the pot. Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until beef is very tender, about 3 hours. Add water as needed to keep onions and beef covered.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange bread on a small baking sheet.Bake bread in the preheated oven until toasted, about 6 minutes.Stir mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese together in a small bowl.Remove and discard bones and thyme sprigs from the pot. Skim off any excess fat. Stir in remaining salt and pepper.Set an oven rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Divide soup among 4 oven-proof bowls or mugs; arrange on a large foil-lined baking sheet. Top each bowl with toast and cheeses.Broil soups until cheese is browned and bubbly, 1 to 2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.You can use lemon thyme if preferred.Info | Ribeye Steak Cook Time In Ovenprep: 20 mins cook: 3 hrs 40 mins total: 4 hrs Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings
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